Primary Care NP or PA

CommonSpirit Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their team in Bakersfield, California. The role features a 100% outpatient model with a focus on collaboration and compassionate care. Ideal candidates will have at least 9 months of ambulatory clinical experience and a valid California license. Competitive compensation between $140,000 and $150,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered to enhance work-life balance.

Qualifications

• At least 9 months of ambulatory clinical experience.
• Must hold an unrestricted license to practice in California.
• Certification as determined by Medicare required.

Responsibilities

• Join a full-time position in Bakersfield, California.
• Work in a 100% outpatient model alongside experienced physicians.
• Provide comprehensive care in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Primary Care experience

Collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Education

Valid license to practice in California

Nationally recognized certification

Completion of state mandated educational courses

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, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

Requisition ID 2025-394677 Employment Type Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Provider Advanced Provider Provider Type Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (PA/NP) Speciality Family Medicine Bonuses Offered Relocation, Sign-on Loan Repayment None Visa Sponsorship Not Applicable Remote No Category Advanced Practice Recruiter Name Kai Clough Recruiter Email [e-mail] Travel No 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 Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with at least 9 months of Primary Care or other ambulatory clinical experience 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 model
• Practice alongside tenured, well respected Internists and Family Medicine physicians
• Desirable work‑life balance: One location, no holidays, no weekends, no extended hours
• Competitive total compensation package
• Affordable real estate and excellent school options
• Close proximity to Los Angeles and Central California for easy getaways

What We Offer:

• Flexible, easy scheduling that prioritizes your personal time
• Enjoy long weekends, family dinners, and the freedom to explore life beyond the clinic

Competitive Earnings Package

• Compensation range: $140,000 - $150,000
• Productivity bonus, sign‑on bonus, and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and CME allowance

Job Requirements

• A valid and unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
• Nationally recognized certification (as determined by Medicare)
• Completion of state mandated educational courses

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, a part of CommonSpirit(r), 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(r), 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!