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General Surgeon

Stockton, California

Foundation Physician Medical Group

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  • Department: Surgery

The posted compensation range of $156.00 - $192.00 /hour 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.

Requisition ID 2024-347700 Employment Type Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Provider Physician Provider Type MD/DO Speciality Surgery Bonuses Offered Relocation, Sign-on Loan Repayment None Visa Sponsorship Not Applicable Remote No Category Physician Recruiter Name Candace Ash Recruiter Email Candace.Ash@DignityHealth.org
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Overview

Dignity Health  Medical Group - Stockton is recruiting an additional, experienced General Surgeon who would develop a full scope practice. 

Practice Highlights: 

  • Employed model (guaranteed salary period with incentives) 
  • Well respected, tenured, multi-specialty Group 
  • No call (hospital has surgical hospitalist program) 
  • Opportunity to operate at affiliate surgery center 

Patients are cared for at our affiliate hospital, St. Joseph's Medical Center, a 348 -bed, acute care facility, serving the Stockton Community since 1899. The way in which we approach our patients and each other is ingrained in our culture, and can be summed up in two words: Hello humankindness.

Community Highlights:

  • Sunny California weather
  • Affordable real estate 
  • Access to Napa, San Francisco, Monterey, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite 
  • Variety of arts, culture, food, recreation, and entertainment 
  • Good schools (public, private, charter, faith-based)

Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a dynamic multi-specialty group with over 20 physicians and advanced practitioners and still growing. The group’s affiliation with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest health systems, connects it to the highest standard of health care available. We are affiliated with St. Joseph’s Medical Center, a 360 bed regional hospital.

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

Community Description

Tree-shaded streets, beautiful parks, sports, challenging golf courses, after-school playgrounds, and arts await you and your family in California’s Central Valley. Stockton is one of California’s fastest growing communities, with a dynamic, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural population of nearly 370,000. It is 83 miles east of San Francisco and 45 miles south of Sacramento. Stockton offers outstanding recreational opportunities, including a professional baseball team, an Olympic size ice rink, beautiful parks, bicycle paths and the Delta, which provides thousands of miles of waterways for water skiing, sailing and other water activities. Opportunities abound to enjoy music, theater, dance, literary events, and local opera and symphony groups. Stockton is home to several well-known institutions of higher learning, including the University of the Pacific and California State University Stanislaus-Stockton.


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

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.

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