To our prospective teammates,

I’m the hospitalist medical director for Sound Physicians at Dignity St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Oxnard, CA. I joined the hospitalist team at St. John’s in 2014 and have thoroughly enjoyed leading our diverse team to serve the community of Oxnard. We are growing our team, and I’d like to share more about who we are and what we do — specifically about our people, practice, and purpose — as you consider your next steps:

People 

• Become a valued member of our team of 21 hospitalist physicians, where a friendly atmosphere is at the core of our work environment.
• Experience the strength of our team’s diversity, with clinicians from varied geographic, educational, and training backgrounds, creating a supportive and inclusive culture.
• Within the hospital, we work closely with our colleagues in other departments to ensure a smooth transition of care.

Practice

• We work in an open ICU environment, but no procedures are required.
• We use Cerner EMR and have access to Sound Physicians’ internal informatics platform.
• Yearly compensation for a full-time nocturnist is $350k+ and you are eligible for a $50k commencement bonus.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability, 401k with match, paid medical malpractice and tail coverage, and annual CME allowance.
• Internal Medicine and Family Medicine candidates are eligible. Candidates must be board-certified or eligible with the expectation of obtaining certification.
• H1B eligible; access to Sound’s in-house visa specialists as well as our licensing and credentialing experts; all required filing fees for the visa are paid and services covered

Purpose

• We put patients first. Always.
• We value and support growth and development in our hospital medicine practice, allowing you to explore new opportunities locally and within the broader medical group.
• We’re a community-minded team that supports involvement and contributions to community health and wellness in and out of the hospital.

Oxnard, CA, is a fantastic place to live, boasting a perfect blend of coastal charm and urban convenience. With its stunning beaches, vibrant cultural scene, and welcoming community, residents enjoy a high quality of life. The city’s pleasant Mediterranean climate and proximity to Los Angeles make Oxnard ideal for those seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle with easy access to diverse amenities and opportunities.

Want to learn more about this opportunity? Reach out to my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.

Dr. Stephen Evans, MD
Hospitalist Medical Director