Staff Physician, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics (Per Diem)

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; Huntington Park (CA); On-site; USD 237,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

CME days

Malpractice tail coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pet care insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services is seeking a Staff Physician to deliver comprehensive primary care for the PACE program. The role involves participating in an IDT and coordinating care across the PACE center, patients' homes, and telehealth settings.

The position requires board certification in internal medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, or geriatrics, a CA license, a DEA license, and BLS or higher certification. Competitive compensation is offered with potential incentives.

Qualifications

• Board-certified physician eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Geriatrics.
• Active CA medical license required.
• Current DEA license required.
• BLS certification or higher required per AHA/Red Cross guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to PACE participants.
• Manage a defined patient panel and coordinate with IDT members.
• Deliver care across settings: PACE center, homes, virtual, SNFs.

Skills

Board-certified physician

CA medical license

DEA license

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Staff Physician delivers comprehensive primary care services to participants of AltaMed’s Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). This provider plays a central role within the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), ensuring high-quality, patient-centered, and regulatory-compliant care. Care delivery spans multiple settings, including the PACE center, participants’ homes, virtual consultations, and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). The provider is responsible for managing a defined panel of participants, promoting wellness, preventing illness, and coordinating care with specialists and IDT members.

Minimum Requirements

• Primary Care Physicians who are Board-certified and eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Geriatrics.
• Physician with an active unrestricted CA license to practice medicine by the Medical Board of California.
• Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.
• Current DEA license required.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$237,078.40 - $296,337.60 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role’s strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.