Academic Internal Medicine Physician (Full Time)

NorthBay Health • Fairfield, CA

12h • $360,984 - $445,944 • Onsite

About The Position

NorthBay Health is hiring a full-time Academic Internal Medicine Physician to maintain an independent outpatient Internal Medicine patient panel while providing dedicated resident precepting, clinical education, mentorship, and academic leadership. The physician will work collaboratively with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and GME leadership to develop and implement the ambulatory curriculum, support resident assessment and professional development, and contribute to the residency program’s success and accreditation. The position is outpatient only, with an average daily census of 17 patients and a balanced call ratio shared among physicians and sites.

The 1.0 FTE position is allocated as 0.70 FTE independent ambulatory clinical practice, 0.20 FTE resident precepting and clinical teaching, and 0.10 FTE protected academic and administrative time. The 0.20 FTE precepting allocation is one full day per week dedicated exclusively to resident supervision and teaching, without an independent patient schedule. Core faculty receive 20 protected hours per month for GME educational and administrative responsibilities, separate from clinical precepting and independent patient care. Protected time supports curriculum development, resident evaluation and mentorship, committee participation, recruitment, educational planning, and related GME activities.

As a designated core faculty member, the physician will provide outpatient care, supervise and teach residents, contribute to curriculum and program development, mentor and evaluate residents, participate in scholarly and quality improvement activities, and support residency administration and accreditation. The position also includes collaboration with and management of APPs, participation in hospital committees, and coordination with GME leadership and ambulatory operations.

Compensation is listed as $360,984–$445,944 per year. Clinical compensation includes a guaranteed base of $248,184 in Years 1–2 plus a production incentive; production-based pay starts in Year 3. Teaching and administration are paid at $200 per hour. The role may qualify for a quality incentive of up to $25,200 per year starting in Year 3, a signing bonus of up to $50,000, relocation assistance of up to $20,000, and $8,000 per year for CME and dues. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and retirement options, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Board certification in Internal Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM).
• Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure before employment.
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical staff privileges at NorthBay Health.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in outpatient Internal Medicine.
• Strong interest in resident education, mentorship, and curriculum development.
• Willingness to participate in faculty development, curriculum development, and scholarly activities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, quality improvement, and professional development.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and residency leadership.
• Alignment with NorthBay Health’s mission, values, and professional standards.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in academic medicine, graduate medical education, resident precepting, or medical student teaching is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to determine appropriate treatment.
• Recommend and order tests to diagnose conditions or determine the extent of illness.
• Monitor laboratory results, medication adherence, and medication toxicities.
• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medications, vaccinations, and other care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• Explain procedures, test results, and prescribed treatment to patients.
• Refer patients to medical specialists when necessary.
• Represent the practice on hospital committees, with meeting attendance reasonably distributed among physicians in the group.
• Collaborate with and manage APPs.
• Serve as designated core faculty for the Internal Medicine Residency Program.
• Provide dedicated clinical precepting and supervision during ambulatory continuity clinic sessions.
• Teach residents and provide ongoing formative feedback on clinical performance, professionalism, and patient care.
• Guide residents in clinical reasoning, diagnostic decision-making, treatment planning, and patient communication.
• Assess residents’ progress toward clinical competence and autonomous practice in Internal Medicine.
• Participate in didactic instruction, case-based learning, simulation exercises, and other structured educational activities.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that promotes resident development and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and other faculty to develop, implement, and evaluate the Internal Medicine curriculum.
• Contribute to assessment and improvement of the residency’s educational and clinical training experiences.
• Participate in the Clinical Competency Committee, Program Evaluation Committee, and other GME committees as assigned.
• Support Individualized Learning Plans and resident remediation plans when appropriate.
• Participate in faculty development and contribute to educational best practices.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the curriculum, educational outcomes, and program effectiveness.
• Mentor residents and support their clinical, academic, and career development.
• Complete resident evaluations and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Participate in resident scholarly activities, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety projects, and research.
• Guide residents in academic presentations, scholarly projects, and other professional development opportunities.
• Participate in residency recruitment, applicant interviews, and resident selection.
• Attend faculty meetings, educational planning sessions, and program evaluation activities.
• Contribute to accreditation preparation, the Annual Program Evaluation, and ongoing compliance with ACGME requirements.
• Complete the annual ACGME Faculty Survey and other required program assessments.
• Collaborate with GME leadership and ambulatory operations to support effective clinical and educational workflows.
• Participate in other GME-related committees and initiatives as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Life, disability, and long-term care coverage.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Education reimbursement for eligible roles.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness programs.
• Recognition programs.
• Shift differentials.
• Market-based compensation review and increases, subject to approval and organizational performance.
• Quality Incentive Program of up to $25,200 per year starting in Year 3.
• Signing bonus of up to $50,000.
• Relocation assistance of up to $20,000.
• CME and dues allowance of $8,000 per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement options, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed