Staff Physician, Urgent Care

AltaMed; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 275,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

CME Days

Malpractice insurance and tailcoverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Corporate Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

AltaMed is seeking a Staff Physician for our Urgent Care facility in California. The role focuses on delivering timely medical care for non-life-threatening conditions, with responsibility for diagnosing and managing patient care to ensure quality outcomes.

Qualified candidates hold an MD or DO, unrestricted CA license (board certification or eligibility with 18-month plan), and complete residency training. BLS certification is required, and ongoing CME is encouraged.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree is required.
• Unrestricted CA medical license; board certification required or board eligible with plan to certify within 18 months.
• Residency program completed in an appropriate field.
• Ongoing continuing medical education to stay current with medical advances.
• Minimum BLS certification or higher per AHA/Red Cross guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care in urgent care for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage patients to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Medical license (CA)

BLS certification

Education

MD/DO degree

California license (Board cert or eligible)

Residency completed

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

A Staff Physician in Urgent Care provides medical care to patients in an urgent care facility, offering immediate treatment for various non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. The Physician diagnoses, treats, and manages patients with various medical conditions and ensures quality patient care.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
• Valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California and Board certification in the chosen specialty required or Board Eligible, with the expectation to become board certified within 18 months of employment.
• Completion of a residency program in an appropriate field.
• Ongoing continuing medical education to stay current with medical advances.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$274,684.80 - $329,621.76 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, 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.