Overview

Picture a Northern California mountain location within 1 hour of Lake Tahoe and 40 minutes of a major metropolitan area, without the traffic congestion. Imagine the smell of mountain air and pine trees as you enjoy a robust outdoor lifestyle. Envision practicing medicine with a group of like-minded physicians who are dedicated to their community. Does this sound like a dream come true? If you answered YES to any of these questions, we might have a solution for you!

With a growing patient demand, excellent patient care, and providers' quality of work/life balance taking center stage, Dignity Health Medical Group-Sierra Nevada (Grass Valley, CA) seeks bring Primary Care providers (Internal Medicine or Family Medicine) to the group who are open to the following:

• Offering excellent IM or FM care to adult patients, with an emphasis on managing those who are medically complex

• Utilizing a strong referral base with easy access to specialists

• Partnering with highly trained, competent and caring support staff

• Working in a group where hearts are big and teamwork rule the days

• Providing services in a community where healthcare providers are appreciated every day for their heroic work

In return, we’ll provide your employment through our medical foundation, which will include:

• Group affiliation with Dignity Health, which connects to the highest standard of health care available

• A physician led, professionally managed practice

• Strong physician support and mentorship

• A Monday-Friday schedule with no nights/weekends

• A competitive income with a signing bonus and student loan repayment benefit

• Generous health and welfare offerings for you and your dependents

• Robust time away from work allowances

• Retirement benefits including a 100% company funded retirement plan

• A beautiful and modern clinic with a full complement of staff to support you

• Part-time schedules also available

Compensation Range: $246,755 - $296,789 / Year

And the icing on the cake will be living and working in California’s beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills:

• Rich in history, charm and a multitude of vibes, Grass Valley and Nevada County’s many historic buildings, museums, state parks and sites offer a wide array of ways to explore and experience the area

• Less than 90 minutes away from Lake Tahoe where you can go from a sunny beach to a snow-covered slope all in the same day

• Home to over a dozen wineries and tasting rooms

• Host to ongoing and high-quality arts and entertainment venues

• Population of 13K residents, with a service area of 100K lives

• Closest metro area is Sacramento (57 miles) with a population 500,000

• Climate of year round moderate weather, with warm summers and short winters. Ideal for hiking, cycling, fishing, camping, hunting, boating and skiing, golfing and gold panning!

Want a sneak peek? Click this link to catch a glimpse of Grass Valley and the adventure that awaits you:

Base Camp (https://vimeo.com/131722452?lite=1)

Can you get behind this? If so, let’s chat!

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

Pay Range

$119.00 - $143.00 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.