Medical Doctor

County of Santa Barbara; California (MO); On-site; USD 242,132 - 276,529; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation incentives

Bilingual allowance where applicable

Job summary

County of Santa Barbara is looking for a part-time Staff Physician specializing in Primary Care at the Santa Maria Health Center. The role involves clinical diagnosis, patient management, and administrative support while ensuring compliance with health guidelines. Applicants must have an active California Physician & Surgeon license. A generous benefits package includes health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and relocation assistance. Position supports public health emergencies and offers a competitive salary range based on full-time equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have an active California Physician & Surgeon license or be in the final year of an approved residency program.
• Valid DEA certification for controlled substance prescription is required.
• Current valid California Class C driver’s license may be necessary for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Manage outpatient services and oversee medical records.
• Administrative duties including billing and coding support.

Skills

Outpatient management

Leadership skills

Cultural competence

Education

Active California Physician & Surgeon license

Board certification or eligibility

Job description

Position

Staff Physician – Primary Care physician (part‑time, 0.5 FTE) at the Santa Maria Health Center. The position is part of an employment list for future full‑time, part‑time, and 1414‑class vacancies in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Carpinteria, Lompoc, and the Behavioral Wellness Department.

Responsibilities

• Clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients, including history, physical examination, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures, and referring to specialists.
• Comprehensive case management, coordination of outpatient services, and oversight of medical records in accordance with County Health guidelines.
• Administrative duties to support clinic and program operations, including billing and coding, participation in quality review committees, and attendance at regular and special staff meetings.
• Supervision of midlevel clinical staff and acting as supervisor in the absence of the Staff Physician, Supervising.
• Participation as a county health emergency responder and support of county health emergency operations when called upon.

Qualifications

• Active California Physician & Surgeon license (or in final year of an approved residency program with intent to obtain license).
• Valid DEA certification for controlled substance prescription.
• Board certification or eligibility in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, or another specialty consistent with County Health assignment.
• Valid data‑base and state provider numbers: DICOM, Medi‑Cal, NPI, DEA, CHDP, CCS.
• Current valid California Class C driver’s license (for certain positions).

Preferred Skills

• Strong outpatient management and coordination of testing and referrals.
• Leadership and collaborative skills with the ability to support and supervise midlevel staff.
• Flexibility for public‑health emergencies and standby call coverage outside regular hours.
• Cultural competence and empathy in caring for diverse patient populations.

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $242,132.80 – $276,529.76 (full time equivalent).
• Bilingual allowance where applicable.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and time‑and‑service credit for current public‑sector employees.
• Relocation incentives and assistance as authorized by the CEO.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit‑based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates.