Physician

County of Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); Sur place; USD 242 000 - 277 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bilingual allowance

Résumé du poste

County of Santa Barbara is seeking a licensed physician to join its County Health team as a Staff Physician in Santa Barbara. The Full-Time Primary Care Physician will provide independent clinical diagnosis, treatment, and case management across a range of public health programs in clinic settings.

Ideal candidates will hold a California Physician & Surgeon license with DEA certification, be board certified or eligible in a relevant specialty, and demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Licensed physician with California license to practice medicine.
• DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Board certified or eligible in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, or related specialty.

Responsabilités

• Diagnose and treat patients at Santa Barbara Health Center.
• Coordinate testing, referrals, and follow-up care.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervise staff in the absence of a senior physician.
• Respond to public health emergencies and standby call coverage.

Connaissances

Clinical expertise

Collaborative leadership

Public health readiness

Standby call coverage

Formation

Medical Doctor degree (MD)

Outils

California Physician & Surgeon license

DEA certification

Description du poste

NOTICE OF CHANGE

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

SALARY

$116.41 - $132.95 Hourly
$242,132.80 - $276,529.76 Annually
Bilingual allowance, when applicable

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We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Physicians to join our County Health team! The current vacancy is for one (1) Full-Time Primary Care Physician at the Santa Barbara Health Center in Santa Barbara. The County classification title is Staff Physician.

We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Extra Help, and 1414** vacancies for the Staff Physician job classification in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Carpinteria, and Lompoc.

**Civil Service Rule 1414. Appointment to Fill Vacancy During Leave of Absence.** 1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence, and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.

Please select the location(s) you would like to be considered for current and future vacancies. If you qualify for this position and pass the required selection steps, your name will be sent to the hiring manager(s) of the vacancy location(s) and department(s) where you have expressed that you are willing to work.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or CLICK HERE to view more information.

In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards for an advanced vacation accrual rate

NOTE: The County has a generous hiring incentive program and may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and, at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, housing and student loan offsets, cash incentives, and/or vacation and sick leave pre-accruals in the interest of attracting the best talent to the organization.

POSITION

As a licensed medical doctor, assumes independent responsibility for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients of the County of Santa Barbara Health (County Health) department with the all of attendant necessities of care, including but not limited to history, physical examination, ordering of tests, interpretation of testing, procedures, referral to specialists and overall case management of the patients’ medical conditions; performs related administrative duties to support County Health clinic and program operations; and performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Staff Physicians are licensed medical doctors who are Board Certified or eligible in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, or other recognized specialty consistent with County Health assignment. Professional services are provided in clinic settings and for a variety of public health programs. Incumbents report to the County Health Medical Director or designated Staff Physician, Supervising and receive administrative direction from a Health Center Administrator.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS

• Clinical Expertise: Proficient in diagnosing and treating diverse medical conditions, with a valid California Physician & Surgeon license and DEA certification.
• Comprehensive Case Management: Strong skills in managing outpatient care, coordinating testing, procedures, and specialist referrals follow-up for a wide range of patient needs.
• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to provide clinical leadership and support to midlevel staff and supervise in the absence of a senior physician.
• Adaptability: Willingness to respond to public health emergencies and provide standby call coverage outside regular business hours.
• Cultural Competence: Capable of effectively treating patients from diverse socio-economic backgrounds with empathy and professionalism.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTS

County Health: The County of Santa Barbara Health department provides essential health services to approximately 440,000 residents. It is our mission to improve the health of our communities by preventing disease, promoting wellness and ensuring access to needed health care. Our five Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) offer a range of primary and specialty care services for adults, teens, children, and infants. Located throughout the County, our Health Care Centers ensure accessible, high-quality care close to home.

County of Santa Barbara Health Care Centers:

• Santa Maria Health Care Center, 2115 S. Centerpointe Parkway, Santa Maria, CA 93455 (map)
• Lompoc Health Care Center, 301 North R Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 (map)
• Santa Barbara Health Care Center, 345 Camino del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 (map)
• Franklin Health Care Center, 1136 E. Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (map)
• Carpinteria Health Care Center, 931 Walnut Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013 (map)

For more information, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/2150/Health-Care-Centers

Department of Behavioral Wellness (BWell)

Founded in 1962, it is our mission to promote the prevention of and recovery from mental illness and addiction among individuals, families and communities, by providing effective leadership and delivering state-of-the-art, culturally competent services. The Department provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to 10,000 clients with mental illness and substance use disorders annually through its professional staff of over 400, in addition to its many contracted Community-Based Organization (CBO) providers.

Values

• Quality services for persons of all ages with mental illness and/or substance abuse
• Integrity in individual and organizational actions