Endocrinology Physician

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.

• A valid and unrestricted California medical license
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Endocrinology

Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield (dhmf.org/bakersfield) is seeking an Endocrinologist in Bakersfield, CA for our physician led, patient centered practice. 

Practice Highlights

• Established, ternured, well respected, multi-specialty group 
• 100% Outpatient Practice
• Diabetes Educator collaboration
• Established Referral sources from Group's Primary Care providers and network providers
• Collegial environment 
• Opportunity to precept medical students

Salary range: $300,000 -$312,000 

Available Resources

• RN Triage during after hours and weekends
• Marketing representative to help build panel with various media resources and connections with the community

Flexibility and Exceptional Work/Life Balance 

• One clinic location
• No nights, no weekends, no holidays 
• No hospital call

Compensation and Benefits

• Excellent earning potential supported by a two year salary guarantee
• Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, CME and full benefits

Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. 

Community

• Reside in a metropolitan city with over 400,000 residents, close to Los Angeles County
• Low cost of living and incredibly affordable real estate options
• Award-Winning California Distinguished/Blue Ribbon public and private schools
• Entertainment venues, breweries, fine dining, shopping, festivals and modern luxuries
• Kern River Parkway Trail offers scenic nature for your walking, running and biking activities
• Build a long-lasting career in one of the fastest-growing cities in California