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Primary Care NP or PA

  • Bakersfield, California
  • Foundation Physician Medical Group
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Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

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As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $140,000 - $150,000 /year is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department: Primary Care
  • Hours/Pay Period: 80
  • Requisition ID : 2026-457053
  • Employment Type : Full Time
  • Hours/Pay Period : 80
  • Provider : Advanced Provider
  • Provider Type : Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (PA/NP)
  • Speciality : Family Medicine
  • Bonuses Offered : Relocation, Sign-on
  • Loan Repayment : None
  • Visa Sponsorship : Not Applicable
  • Remote : No
  • Category : Advanced Practice
  • Recruiter Name : Juren Llarena
  • Recruiter Email : juren.llarena@commonspirit.org
  • Shift: Day

Primary Care NP or PA

Job Details

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Dignity Health Medical Group Bakersfield seeks Experienced Advanced Practice Providers!

As our Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you will join Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield, a multispecialty group within Dignity Health Medical Foundation, in Bakersfield, California. You will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive primary care within a collaborative and compassionate environment where every patient story matters.

You will practice within a 100% outpatient model, working alongside tenured and respected Internists and Family Medicine physicians. This role offers an exceptionally desirable work-life balance with one convenient location, no holidays, no weekends, and no extended hours, allowing you to prioritize personal time and enjoy long weekends, family dinners, and the freedom to explore life beyond the clinic.

To be successful in this role, you will be a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with at least 9 months of Primary Care or other ambulatory clinical experience. You will be eager to practice in a setting that values collaboration and offers a competitive total compensation package, affordable real estate, excellent school options, and close proximity to Los Angeles and Central California for easy getaways.

We are offering a competitive earnings package with compensation ranging from $140,000 – $150,000. This includes a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. You will also receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and a CME allowance.


Job Requirements

Required

  • Active or eligible license in the state of California
  • Nationally recognized certification (as determined by Medicare)
  • Completion of statemandated educational courses
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • At least one year of clinical experience

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield, a part of CommonSpirit®, is dedicated to delivering daily excellence in health care. Our robust team of Providers work collaboratively across multiple offices, offering comprehensive, whole-person care to our community. We prioritize truly listening to our patients, helping them understand their health needs, and empowering them to make informed decisions. As a multi-specialty group affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Mercy Hospitals, we’re building a dynamic team that combines experienced providers with those new to practice to improve the lives of our patients.

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

About Bakersfield, CA: Living in Bakersfield California means enjoying a family-friendly community with a lower cost of living, abundant outdoor activities, and proximity to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Join us in the heart of Kern County, where you can do what you’re passionate about and make a meaningful impact on health care—one patient at a time.

See what our Regional Medical Director has to say about us HERE!

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.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Primary Care NP or PA at Foundation Physician Medical Group?

  • Compassionate
  • Proactive
  • Communicator
  • Trustworthy
  • Collaborative
  • Balanced

Our Total Reward offerings

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.

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 Total Rewards.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.

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