Internal Medicine Physician

Opportunity Criteria

Specialty:
Internal Medicine

Candidate Type:
MD, DO

Visas Accepted:
H-1B

Loan Repayment:
Negotiable

Salary Range:
$120.00 to $135.00 / Hour

Employment Type:
Not Specified

Bonus Offered:
Negotiable

Job Description

Overview

Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield , is seeking an energetic and team-oriented Internal Medicine (IM) Physician to join our physician led, patient centered practices in Bakersfield, CA.

Practice Highlights:

• 100% outpatient practice
• Dedicated MA
• Collegial work environment
• Opportunity to precept medical students
• Aligned with one of the largest health systems in the nation and the largest hospital system in California

Flexibility and Exceptional Work/Life Balance:

• No weekends, holidays or extended evenings
• One clinic location
• Shared phone call

Available Resources:

• Mentorship
• RN Triage during after hours and weekends
• Internal pharmacy department handling daily refills
• Marketing representative to help build patient panel with various media resources and connecting you with the community

Compensation/Benefits Include:

• Student loan assistance
• Excellent earning potential supported by a salary guarantee period of $250,000/year - $280,000/year
• Generous sign on bonus, relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans and CME allowance

Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

Community

• Reside in a metropolitan city with over 400,000 residents, close to Los Angeles County
• Low cost of living and incredibly affordable real estate options
• Award-Winning California Distinguished/Blue Ribbon public and private schools
• Entertainment venues, breweries, fine dining, shopping, festivals and modern luxuries
• Kern River Parkway Trail offers scenic nature for your walking, running and biking activities
• Build a long-lasting career in one of the fastest-growing cities in California

Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

Diagnostic Procedures:

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

Compliance:

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

• A valid and unrestricted California medical license
• Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
• Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program

Pay Range
$120.00 - $135.00 /hour

Contact Information

Contact:
Candace Ash

Phone:

Fax:
916-853-7983

E-mail:
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