Physician Pediatrician - Comprehensive Care Center

Clinica Sierra Vista • Bakersfield, CA

1d • $250,000

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in California and the nation, having earned the trust of its patients, partners and the communities it serves over a 47-year history distinguished by rapid growth and innovation, exceptional primary-care physicians, and a reputation for treating the most vulnerable residents with respect and compassion.

Clinica Sierra Vista, accredited by the rigorous Joint Commission, serves patients at 31 health centers in Fresno and Kern counties. Our services include Pediatric Care, Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services. We partner with local governments, social services departments, businesses and nonprofit leaders to address the full range of needs for our patients. Our dedicated providers and staff make Clinica Sierra Vista an ideal place to call your medical home.

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Physician Pediatrician who:

Provides outpatient primary care pediatric services for patients 0-18 years of age. The Physician Pediatrician must demonstrate experience working in a diverse environment, be flexible, knowledgeable, and compassionate towards the care of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Must always adhere to the highest standards of medical ethics.
• Must always provide quality of care for all patients and regularly participates in clinical Peer Reviews and with Quality Assurance Programs.
• Must adhere to standards of clinical practice recommended by the AAPs, USPSTF, and FQHCs.
• Must be willing to share calls in phone triage responsibilities with other physicians.
• May be asked to be a representative of Clinical Sierra Vista in meetings of medical professional groups.
• May be asked to assist the Chief Medical Officer in design, implementation, and evaluation of health care programs/protocols for patients and staff.
• Required to supervise advance assigned practice providers (Nurse practitioners and/or Physicians Assistants). Must be willing to provide consults, if needed either by telephone, email or through shared electronic records.
• Providing care to newborns is optional. This is a shared call with other pediatricians. Schedule is determined by medical director.

Benefits

• $250,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment)
• Sign-on bonus of up to $150,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $150,000.
• Paid CME
• Relocation reimbursement
• Loan repayment through the NHSC.
• Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act.
• J1/H-1B visa candidates are welcome, CSV is cap exempt for H1-B Visa

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees