Internal Medicine Physician

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.  We offer a variety of flexible schedules, mentorship and much more.

Practice Highlights:

• 100% outpatient practice
• Emphasizes high quality of care over quantity
• Dedicated MA team for efficient workflow
• 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:

• Part Time and Full Time opportunities
• Flexible start/end times during 7am - 7pm
• Full Time option to work 4 or 4.5 days per week
• No nights, no weekends

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
• Very 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. #HEC

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

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.

• 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

This is also an H1B visa opportunity, requiring candidates who are cap exempt.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.