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Crescent City, California

FM or EM Physician - Emergency Medicine - Up to $150K Sign On Bonus!

Emergency MedicineFull-Time

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Job Description

Up to $150K Sign On Bonus – Crescent City, CA – Seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians

Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact

Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be – on your patients.

Join the Vituity Team. Vituity is a 100%25 physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners.

As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.

Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians.

At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.”

Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 890 practices across the country, serving 14.5 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

  • Up to $150k sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
  • Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Emergency Medicine physicians.
  • Current CA state license is a plus.
  • Visa Candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • Travel stipend available

The Practice

  • Sutter Coast Hospital – Crescent City, California
  • Level IV Trauma Center with an 11-bed Emergency Department.
  • Annual volume of 22,000 patients with approximately 1.5 patients per hour.
  • Facility utilizes Epic EMR.
  • Additional resources at site include general surgery and nephrology with support from Sutter Health System.
  • Physician Assistant training program approved by national accrediting organization and recognized by the Physician Assistant Board.

The Community

Crescent City, California, is a coastal treasure in the far northern part of the state, offering unparalleled natural beauty and a tranquil lifestyle.

Nestled along the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by the towering redwoods of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the city provides endless opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking, kayaking, and enjoying the beach.

Landmarks such as Battery Point Lighthouse and the stunning Pebble Beach add to its charm, while the nearby Redwood National and State Parks draw visitors from around the world.

Crescent City enjoys a mild, maritime climate with cool summers and wet winters, making it ideal for those who love coastal living.

  • The friendly community and slower pace of life create a welcoming environment.
  • With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and proximity to natural wonders, Crescent City is a serene and inspiring place to work and call home.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

  • Superior Health Plan Options
  • Dental, Vision, HSA, life and AD&D coverage, and more
  • Partnership models allows a K-1 status pay structure, allowing high tax deductions
  • Extraordinary 401K Plan with high tax reduction and faster balance growth
  • Eligible to receive an Annual Profit Distribution/yearly cash bonus
  • EAP and travel assistance included
  • Student loan refinancing discounts
  • Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Salary range for this role is $300, DOE. Please speak with a recruiter for more information.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Visa status applicants benefits vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more details.

Applicants only. No agencies please.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality emergency medical care to patients at a Level IV Trauma Center. Collaborate with an integrated healthcare team to ensure efficient patient throughput and positive clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. A current California state medical license is preferred, and visa candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Trauma carePatient careClinical leadershipGeneral surgery supportNephrology supportBoard eligibility

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 86% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
82% this job
CME allowance
26%
Sign-on bonus
10% this job
Relocation assistance
10%
Loan repayment
5% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 50% of Emergency Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,027 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Crescent City

Typical market rent
$2,075/mo
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus up to $150K
Travel stipend
Profit distribution
401K plan
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
HSA