Clinical Associate Physician - Per Diem-Emergency Medicine -Los Alamitos

UCI group; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 239,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick leave

Vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UC Irvine Health – Los Alamitos is seeking a per diem Clinical Associate to provide patient care in the Emergency Department on an as-needed basis. The role requires MD/DO or equivalent, California licensure (board-certified) and current DEA certification.

Duties include compliant documentation and collaboration with the care team to ensure safe, effective patient care. The position offers a per diem schedule with no guaranteed hours, compensation at $210 per hour plus a $30 per hour night

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree.
• Board-certified and California licensure.
• Eligible for California licensure.
• Active and current DEA certification.
• Leadership, communication, and team-based approach in patient care.
• Adhere to UC policies and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with privacy laws.
• Experience in quality improvement to improve patient outcomes.
• Experienced in providing and/or oversight of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department on an as-needed basis.
• Comply with compliance standards and Medicare regulations; complete required trainings.
• Follow proper documentation processes.
• Collaborate with patients, families, staff, and peers to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Board-certified

Leadership

Communication with patients

Compliance with policies

Privacy laws

Quality improvement

Team-based care

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. UCI Health — Los Alamitos is a trusted full‑service medical facility that has been part of the community for more than 50 years. We offer a wide range of services including 24‑hour emergency care, cardiology, neurology, orthopaedics, women's health and senior health. As a DNV‑GL designated Comprehensive Stroke Center, we provide advanced stroke care when it matters most. Our dedicated outpatient pavilion supports imaging, infusion and radiation oncology services. We also offer specialized wound care services, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, to help treat complex and slow‑healing wounds. Whether you need specialized treatment or routine care, our expert team is committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate care tailored to your needs.

Your Role on the Team

The per diem Clinical Associate will provide patient care services on an as‑needed basis at the Emergency Department at UCI Health - Los Alamitos with the potential to work at other sites in the future. Clinical Associate is expected to comply with all compliance standards, complete all required trainings, and follow proper documentation process to meet the standards of the Compliance Office and Medicare regulations.

Location

UCI Health - Los Alamitos

Required

What It Takes to be Successful

• Candidates must possess an M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree


• Board‑certified and have California licensure


• Eligible for California licensure


• Active and current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification


• Leadership skills: ability to motivate, inspire, communicate with patients, families, staff, faculty, and peers to maintain a professional, team‑based approach in the care of patients.


• Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and objectives while in compliance of all UC policies and procedures.


• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all state and federal privacy laws.


• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement to improve patient outcomes.


• Experienced in providing and/or oversight of care.

Schedule: Per diem, as needed based on departmental staffing needs. No guaranteed hours.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Compensation

$210 per hour, plus a $30 per hour night differential

“Per diem compensation for a Clinical Associate Physician is $210 per hour, with an additional $30 per hour night differential for night shifts worked. This is a per diem position with no guaranteed hours; shifts are offered based on departmental needs.”

Conditions Of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan


• Employment Misconduct*


• Legal Right to work in the United States


• Vaccination Policies


• Smoking and Tobacco Policy


• Drug Free Environment


• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act


• E-Verify


• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization