Primary Care Physician

Cottage Health

2 months ago

United States$238k–427kFull TimePrimary Care

✓ Flexible Schedule

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Cottage Health as a Primary Care Physician in United States. Cottage Health is a not-for-profit health system located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. Committed to providing the highest quality care and service to the communities we serve, Cottage Health operates hospitals, urgent care centers, and clinics throughout Santa Barbara County.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high

quality, evidence

based primary care services to patients of all ages, with a focus on preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion.

Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose medical conditions, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements

Medical degree from an accredited medical school and board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required.

Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of California.

Clinical experience in outpatient primary care settings preferred.

Strong clinical skills and proficiency in evidence

Benefits & Compensation

Community Engagement: Become an integral part of the vibrant Central Coast community, where you can build meaningful connections with patients and families and make a difference in their lives.

Relocation Assistance and Sign

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Cottage Health as a Primary Care Physician.

Key Skills

Evidence-Based MedicineChronic Disease ManagementPreventive CareClinical Decision-MakingDiagnostic ReasoningInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient-Centered CareQuality ImprovementClinical ResearchMentoringCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadershipFamily MedicineInternal Medicine

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Primary Care Physician position at Cottage Health includes the following lifestyle factors: flexible scheduling. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

This Primary Care position at Cottage Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

Cottage Health lists compensation for this physician position at $239k to $428k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

Flexible scheduling options available
Transparent compensation ($239k–$428k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Evidence-Based Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Care, Clinical Decision-Making, Diagnostic Reasoning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient-Centered Care, Quality Improvement. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Primary Care role.

Core responsibilities: Physicians will provide high-quality, evidence-based primary care services focusing on preventive care and chronic disease management for patients of all ages. Key duties include conducting comprehensive assessments, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisc...

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, Relocation Assistance, Sign-On Bonus, Malpractice Coverage, Loan Forgiveness Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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