Palliative Care Physician

Mercy Medical Group is seeking an additional Physician to join our expanding Palliative Medicine Team at our Citrus Heights, CA location. This opportunity offers an Inpatient and/or Outpatient component.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Be part of the team that makes a difference to patients that encounter serious illness
• Great work/life balance with shared MINIMAL call
• Develop a primary care model for patients with extended and unique needs

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, sign-on bonus, relocation, with a productivity and quality bonus
• Guaranteed salary range: $231,000 - $245,000 / year, potential bonuses may exceed this range
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Generous retirement plan

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. 

MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento. Mercy Medical Group is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical foundation model.

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 Description
Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of one of the nation's most influential states, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.

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.

• MD or DO Degree, AND
• Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program, AND
• A passion for providing clinically excellent care
• Successful completion of a Hospice and Palliative Medicine or Geriatric Medicine fellowship, OR
• Current Board Certification in Palliative Care, OR
• Significant experience (minimum 2 years) in a focused Palliative Care program

To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

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.