Overview Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a multi-specialty group affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Mercy Hospitals . We are seeking an additional Infectious Disease Physician to join our inpatient ID service in Bakersfield, CA.
Practice Highlights:
- Aligned the third largest healthcare system in the U.S. and the largest hospital system in California
- Join tenured, well-respected, 40+ provider practice
- Robust mix of pathology; service area one million+ lives
We offer a competitive salary guarantee, free medical, dental, vision, retirement, CME stipend, generous time off, bonus potential and more.
Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit Health , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
Community:
Reside in a metropolitan city with over 400,000 residents. Benefit from a low cost of living, incredibly affordable real estate options, being close to Los Angeles County, and building a long-lasting career in one of the fastest-growing cities in California.
- Award-winning California Distinguished/Blue Ribbon public and private schools
- Higher forms of education available from junior colleges to a California State University
- Entertainment venues, breweries, fine dining, shopping, festivals, and modern luxuries
- Kern River Parkway Trail offers beautiful scenic nature during your walking, running or biking activities
- Pro sports, amusement parks, rafting, mountains, and beaches all within an easy drive
- Airport in town connects to an international hub
- Easy access to San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas via interstate highways
- Ethnically diverse community with all denominations of worship available
- Live in a city where you can thrive as a single person or enjoy wholesome family values
- Affordable newly constructed modern homes, gated communities, and small ranches
Responsibilities - Patient Care: Provide care for patients with a broad spectrum of infectious diseases.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and clinical expertise to diagnose infectious diseases. Develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Consultation and Collaboration: Offer expert consultations to other healthcare professionals to assist in the management of complex or unusual infectious cases.
- Infection Prevention & Control: Collaborate with hospital infection control teams to prevent, manage, and monitor hospital-acquired infections. Lead or assist in the development of institutional guidelines and protocols.
- Quality Improvement: Engage in quality assurance initiatives and analyze clinical outcomes for improvement.
- Compliance: Adhere to ethical standards and stay informed about healthcare regulations.
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated on medical advancements and participate in ongoing education and training.
Qualifications - A valid and unrestricted California medical license
- Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
- Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program
Pay Range$149.03 - $151.44 /hour
