Unique Priority Care - Transitional Care Opportunity $300K-$350K in Bakersfield, CA

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Last updated: 3/24/25

Priority Care Physician

Bakersfield, California

Are you looking for a unique opportunity where you can effect change and positively impact the continuum of care?

Our client, an established and growing provider organization, needs an experienced physician to direct post-discharge clinical care for a select patient population.

We are seeking a physician who is innovative and passionate about identifying ways to improve patient care. As a key member of the Priority Care Team, you will manage patients as they transition from inpatient care to a community or home-based setting.

Collaborating with leadership in Population Health and Case Management, you will provide high-quality, transitional care for more complex patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Directs patient care in outpatient clinic setting.
  • Provides high quality care to patients as they transition from hospital to home.
  • As an integral member of the Care Coordination Team, works closely with PCPs, Advanced Practice Clinicians, Social Workers, Case Managers, and Pharmacists
  • Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to ensure optimal coordination of care.

SCHEDULE:

  • Full Time, Monday – Friday Schedule
  • No nights or weekends

ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:

  • A collaborator willing to go the extra mile for patients and team members.
  • A compassionate physician with an elevated level of awareness and empathy regarding what patients, caregivers and families need.
  • An excellent communicator who takes time to listen to the concerns of team members and patients.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A valid and unrestricted California medical license
  • BE/BC in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  • Minimum 3-5 years prior clinical experience

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • $300,000 - $350,000 Base Salary
  • Generous Relocation/Sign-On Bonus
  • Annual HCC Bonus Potential
  • CME Allowance
  • PTO/Vacation Time/Sick Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401-K
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Pharmacy Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
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