Primary Care Physician

Thrive in a Vibrant Community: Primary Care Opportunity in Penn Valley, CA (near Grass Valley/Nevada City).

At Dignity Health, we're committed to partnering with independent practices to deliver exceptional care and healing to the communities we serve. We are excited to offer a 

unique opportunity for a Primary Care Physician to join our esteemed community partner, Sierra Care Physicians. Sierra Care Physicians is a well-established and highly respected practice in Grass Valley and Penn Valley, CA, known for its unwavering commitment to providing personalized, patient-centered care. Join a team that values quality over quantity and prioritizes building strong relationships with their patients.

Opportunity Highlights:

• 100% Outpatient Focus: Enjoy a fulfilling practice without the demands of inpatient responsibilities.
• Balanced Clinic Schedule: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with a comfortable and predictable schedule.
• Welcoming FM or IM Candidates: We encourage both Family Medicine and Internal Medicine physicians to apply.
• Light Call Schedule: Experience minimal call responsibilities, allowing for ample personal time.
• Cohesive and Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collegial atmosphere where teamwork and mutual support are paramount.
• Established Community Practice: Benefit from a strong reputation and a loyal patient base within the Grass Valley community.

Embrace the Benefits of Independent Practice:

This is your chance to join a community-based practice where you will appreciate the autonomy of an independent practice. As part of Sierra Care Physicians, you'll enjoy:

• Exposure to and ability to impact all aspects of business operations associated with your practice
• Flexibility to adjust work/life balance to meet your personal and professional needs, since you’re the one running the practice
• Choice of joining an established practice or developing a new independent practice

Don't miss this opportunity to build a rewarding career and a fulfilling life in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills. Contact us today to learn more!

4 days/week (average of 40 hours/week)
Income guarantee first year given by practice $180K-$200K a year
Expected salary after the provider has a full panel: $250,000 a year

Sierra Care Physicians: https://www.scphysicians.com/
SNMH Recruitment Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5l0s8zkHvxs
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Overview: https://www.dignityhealth.org/content/dam/dignity-health/sacramento/pdfs/sacramento-fact-sheets/SNMH-Fact-Sheet-2025-2.pdf
Info on Nevada County: https://gonevadacounty.com/
Nevada County Schools: https://nevco.org/schools/

Must be comfortable working with adult patients, seeing an average of 15 - 18 patients a day. 

Must be board eligible/ or board certified physician (M.D. or D.O.)

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.