Family Medicine Physician

CommonSpirit Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $120K

Loan repayment assistance

Health insurance

CME allowance

Retirement plans

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Bakersfield, California is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join its team. This position focuses on providing high-quality outpatient care with a competitive salary range of $250,000 to $280,000 for the first two years, alongside generous sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance. The ideal candidate should possess an MD or DO degree, board certification in Family Medicine, and a valid California medical license. Enjoy a supportive work environment with no weekends or evenings, fostering work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must have a DEA Certification.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients.
• Engage in collaboration with medical staff.
• Participate in mentorship and student preceptorship.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Empathy

Education

MD or DO degree

Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine

Valid California medical license

Job description

About Us

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

• Requisition ID 2026-456976
• Employment Type Full Time
• Hours/Pay Period 80
• Provider Physician
• Provider Type MD/DO
• Speciality Family Medicine
• Bonuses Offered Quality, Relocation, Sign-on
• Loan Repayment Yes
• Visa Sponsorship H1 Visa
• Remote No
• Category Physician
• Recruiter Name Juren Llarena
• Recruiter Email [e-mail]
• Shift Day

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Our multispecialty group, Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine Physician to join our team in Bakersfield, California. If you're eager to practice where collaboration meets compassion and every patient story matters, we want to hear from you!

Practice Highlights

• 100% outpatient practice with a dedicated medical assistant for each provider
• Supportive, collegial work environment
• Opportunity to precept medical students and share your expertise
• Aligned with one of the nation's largest health systems and California's largest hospital system

Flexibility and Exceptional Work/Life Balance

• No weekends, holidays, or extended evening hours
• One convenient clinic location
• Shared phone call schedule

Resources to Help You Succeed

• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced colleagues
• RN triage support during after-hours and weekends
• Internal pharmacy department for daily refills
• Marketing representative to help build your patient panel and connect with the community

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Student loan assistance
• Excellent earning potential with a guaranteed salary of $250,000-$280,000 for the first two years
• Generous sign-on bonus (up to $120K) and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and CME allowance & more
• Visa sponsorship can be considered!

Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree, Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine (ABMS or AOA)
• A valid and unrestricted California medical license
• DEA Certification

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, a part of CommonSpirit, is dedicated to delivering daily excellence in health care. Our robust team of Providers work collaboratively across multiple offices, offering comprehensive, whole-person care to our community. We prioritize truly listening to our patients, helping them understand their health needs, and empowering them to make informed decisions. As a multi-specialty group affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Mercy Hospitals, we're building a dynamic team that combines experienced providers with those new to practice to improve the lives of our patients. Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC About Bakersfield, CA: Living in Bakersfield California means enjoying a family-friendly community with a lower cost of living, abundant outdoor activities, and proximity to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Join us in the heart of Kern County, where you can do what you're passionate about and make a meaningful impact on health care—one patient at a time. See what our Regional Medical Director has to say about us HERE!