Primary Care Physician

**Job Summary and 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.

**Job Requirements** + 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 **Where You'll Work** 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?

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If so, let's chat!

**Pay Range** $119.00 - $143.00 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.