Coastal Pediatrician - 4-Day Week, Mentorship, Sign-On

American Academy of Family Physicians; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 275,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Relocation assistance

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (em pl

Health insurance

Retirement plans

CME allowance

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a BE/BC Pediatric Physician to join a collaborative, patient-centered team affiliated with Dominican Hospital. This role bridges hospital-based acute care and outpatient settings in a growing coastal community.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Enjoy a 4-day work week option, 1:7 on-call shifts, and robust mentorship within a small, autonomous group. Join a Humankindness culture focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in pediatrics.
• Valid and unrestricted medical license to practice in California.
• Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of pediatric diseases, treatments, and best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, parents, and healthcare team.
• Empathy and patience when working with children and families.
• Attention to detail and ability to make accurate diagnoses.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with pediatric medicine.

Responsibilities

• Flexible outpatient practice with dedicated call shifts (attending deliveries and rounding).
• 1:7 call with post-call days.
• 4 day work week option.
• Robust mentorship program and collegial work environment.
• Dedicated MA staff for efficient workflow and patient care.
• Supportive culture emphasizing Humankindness and patient-centered care.
• Opportunity to precept APPs and residents.

Skills

Pediatrics

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a BE/BC Pediatric Physician to join a collaborative, patient-centered team affiliated with Dominican Hospital. This role bridges hospital-based acute care and outpatient settings in a growing coastal community.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Enjoy a 4-day work week option, 1:7 on-call shifts, and robust mentorship within a small, autonomous group. Join a Humankindness culture focused on compassionate care.