Primary Care Physician - Cantonese/Mandarin/Spanish

Astrana Health, Inc. • Alhambra, CA

4d • $280,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Astrana Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Primary Care Physician for its outpatient clinics in Alhambra and Whittier, California. The role focuses on high-quality, patient-centered care, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and value-based care. AstranaCare provides comprehensive primary medical care across multiple clinic locations in the San Gabriel Valley, Orange County, and Inland Empire. Physicians able to provide care in Spanish or Chinese are required; Chinese- or Spanish-speaking physicians and those with geriatric experience are strongly preferred.

The physician provides and manages comprehensive primary care, including examinations, preventive care, chronic condition management, prescribing, individualized care planning, and continuity of care. The role also includes maintaining accurate electronic health records, ordering and following up on diagnostic testing, coordinating with specialists and support services, collaborating with nursing and clinic staff, participating in quality improvement programs, advocating for coordinated and cost-effective care, and recommending workflow improvements. The physician is expected to uphold medical ethics, professionalism, and patient confidentiality.

This is a full-time position with five 8-hour shifts between Monday and Friday. Part-time employment may be considered. The target pay range is $280,000–$300,000 per year. Sign-on and retention bonuses may be included in the compensation package; actual compensation depends on geographic location, experience, and other job-related factors. Employees may receive a referral bonus of $3,000 per physician hired or $3,500 per bilingual physician hired (Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin).

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Ability to provide care in Spanish or Chinese.
• Completion of an accredited Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Active, unrestricted California medical license.
• Active DEA registration.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• At least 1 year of outpatient primary care experience; new graduates will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Chinese or Spanish-speaking ability; medical Spanish or Chinese is strongly preferred.
• Geriatric care experience.
• Experience in value-based care, community health, or managed care environments.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical judgment skills.
• Passion for serving diverse and underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide and manage comprehensive primary care services, including examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, counseling, and treatment.
• Provide preventive care visits, wellness exams, and age-appropriate screenings.
• Manage chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and heart disease, as well as other common adult medical conditions.
• Prescribe medications and treatment regimens in accordance with clinical guidelines and best practices.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with patients and families.
• Maintain a continuity panel of patients with appropriate follow-up and long-term care planning.
• Collect, review, and maintain complete and accurate patient medical records in the EHR.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging.
• Coordinate care with specialists, behavioral health providers, and ancillary services.
• Direct and collaborate with nursing and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including HCC, 5-Star, and other incentive-based programs.
• Advocate for patients within the healthcare system to support cost-effective, coordinated care.
• Recommend workflow and operational improvements to enhance clinical efficiency, documentation, and patient experience.
• Uphold medical ethics, professionalism, and patient confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Potential sign-on and retention bonuses as part of the compensation package.
• Employee referral bonus of $3,000 per physician hired.
• Employee referral bonus of $3,500 per bilingual physician hired (Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree