Overview

Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield , a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a multi-specialty group affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital (http://dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/memorial-hospital) and Mercy Hospitals (http://dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield) . 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

Salary: $315,000

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

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.