Infectious Disease Physician

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. #HEC

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