Physician - Urgent Care
Fairfield, CA
| Specialty | Urgent Care |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
NorthBay Health is seeking an Urgent Care Physician to join our established and growing urgent care team in Fairfield, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment while providing timely, high-quality care to members of our community.
Our Urgent Care centers deliver immediate treatment for a wide range of non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, supported by experienced clinical staff, advanced technology, and seamless access to NorthBay Healths comprehensive network of specialists. As a valued member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring patients receive efficient, compassionate care when they need it most.
NorthBay Health operates a growing network of Urgent Care centers across the region, with locations in Benicia, American Canyon, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Vacaville, and Winters, providing convenient access to high-quality care for the communities we serve.
Conveniently located between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento, Fairfield offers an ideal blend of suburban comfort, outdoor recreation, world-class dining, and easy access to Northern Californias premier destinations.
Position Highlights
- Practice Setting: Outpatient Urgent Care
- Schedule:
- Full-time: 15 shifts per month
- 10-hour shifts
- Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Patient Volume:
- Average 20-40 patients per day
- Clinical Resources:
- State-of-the-art equipment and technology
- Integrated health system with access to specialty care
- Collaborative support from physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
Primary Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies
- Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and vaccinations as clinically indicated
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and higher levels of care when necessary
- Collaborate closely with physicians, APPs, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
- Provide oversight and supervision of APPs, as applicable
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and organizational committees
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related specialty
- Current California medical license, or eligibility to obtain one
- Experience in Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, or a comparable fast-paced clinical setting preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Commitment to delivering patient-centered, compassionate care
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed Base Salary: $354,000
- APP Supervision Stipend: $12,000 annually per 1.0 FTE APP
- Signing Bonus: Up to $30,000
- Retention Bonus: Up to $30,000 annually beginning after completion of the second year
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 (based on location)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Emphasis on physician well-being and work-life balance
- Opportunity to practice within a respected, physician-led health system
