Primary Care Physician

Dignity Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement matching

Paid time off

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Professional development support

Job summary

Dignity Health’s Pacific Central Coast Health Centers, Med Plus Orcutt Clinic in Santa Maria, CA, seeks a BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician. You will deliver comprehensive primary care for all ages, including pediatric services, and coordinate care within a large network.

The position offers a salary guarantee of $280,000–$300,000 per year, plus productivity, medical and dental benefits, retirement matching, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Active or eligible CA medical license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented outpatient setting

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive family medicine and pediatric services to patients of all ages
• Manage routine checkups, wellness care, and chronic conditions
• Coordinate care across the integrated health network using patient portals and virtual care tools

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Primary Care Physician (IM or FM), you will join an established clinical team at Dignity Health’s Pacific Central Coast Health Centers (PHC), playing a pivotal role in the continued success and community health impact of our Med Plus Orcutt Clinic in Santa Maria, California. Every day you will provide comprehensive family medicine and pediatric services to patients of all ages, managing routine checkups, wellness care, and chronic medical conditions. You will also coordinate care seamlessly across our integrated health network, utilizing advanced patient portals and virtual care tools to support your patients through every stage of life. To be successful in this role, you will be a BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with a strong passion for community-based outpatient medicine, excellent clinical instincts, and a deep commitment to delivering care centered around humankindness. We are offering a competitive salary guarantee of $280-300k + productivity, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, retirement matching, and generous paid time off. New hires will also receive a dedicated CME allowance, malpractice coverage, and professional development support to thrive within our collaborative coastal network.

Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Active or eligible license in the state of California
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Where You'll Work

Med Plus Orcutt Clinic is a busy, welcoming hub that does a little bit of everything. Operating under Pacific Central Coast Health Centers (PHC), this location serves the community as both a primary care medical home and a walk-in urgent care. You'll get the close-knit feel of a neighborhood clinic, backed by a robust regional network of clinics and providers.

Community Description

Santa Maria and the Orcutt area give you that laid-back, family-friendly Central Coast lifestyle without the crazy price tag of nearby big cities. Nestled in northern Santa Barbara County, the weather is perfect year-round for hitting the local hiking trails or taking a quick drive to the beach. The area is famous for its incredible wine country and world-class backyard barbecue. With great schools, safe neighborhoods, and a down-to-earth community vibe, it’s a fantastic, easygoing place to call home.

Pay Range

$280,000 - $300,000 /year