Physician Internal or Family Medicine (with Street Medicine)

Family MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$275k-$300k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Clinica Sierra Vista is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in California and the nation, having earned the trust of its patients, partners and the communities it serves over a 47-year history distinguished by rapid growth and innovation, exceptional primary-care physicians, and a reputation for treating the most vulnerable residents with respect and compassion.

Clinica Sierra Vista, accredited by the rigorous Joint Commission, serves patients at 31 health centers in Fresno and Kern counties.

Our services include Pediatric Care, Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services.

We partner with local governments, social services departments, businesses and nonprofit leaders to address the full range of needs for our patients. Our dedicated providers and staff make Clinica Sierra Vista an ideal place to call your medical home.

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Physician Internal Medicine /Physician Family Practice who:

Provides outpatient primary care services. The MD/DO must demonstrate experience working in a diverse environment, be flexible, knowledgeable, and compassionate towards the care of our patients. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a warm, caring atmosphere where the health of our patients is of top priority.

Benefits

1. $275,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)

2. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment)

3. Sign-on bonus of up to $150,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $150,000.

4. Paid CME

5. Relocation reimbursement

6. Loan repayment through the NHSC.

7. Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act.

8. J1/H-1B visa candidates are welcome, CSV is cap exempt for H1-B Visa

Essential Functions

1. Adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics at all times.

2. Assures quality of care for all patients at all times and regularly participates in clinic Peer Review and Quality Assurance Programs.

3. Adheres to and complies with Bureau of Primary Healthcare standards of clinical practice.

4. Shares in phone-triage responsibilities with other CSV physicians.

5. Establishes and maintains affiliations and/or privileges with local hospital(s) if needed.

6. May represent CSV in professional groups.

7. May assist the Chief Medical Officer in design, implementation, and evaluation of health care programs/protocols for patients and staff.

8. Required to supervise advance assigned practice providers (Nurse Practitioner’s and/or Physicians Assistant's) on- site and by telephone with outlying clinic sites

Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Please review the job details below and then click “apply" or call/text Noemi Cardenas at (661)936-3457.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions.

As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values.

We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive.

Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law.

We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

Wednesday 8-5pm Street Medicine

RMC 8-5pm M, T, TH, F

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide outpatient primary care services, adhering to the highest medical ethics and participating in quality assurance programs. Responsibilities also include sharing phone triage duties and supervising assigned advanced practice providers on-site and remotely.

Requirements

Candidates must be an MD/DO demonstrating experience working in a diverse environment, possessing knowledge, flexibility, and compassion for patient care. The role requires adherence to Bureau of Primary Healthcare standards and maintaining hospital affiliations if necessary.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Program EvaluationSupervision

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$288k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $260k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 40% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Clinica Sierra Vista ranks #18 of 32 employers hiring Family Medicine on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Family Medicine listings

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About Clinica Sierra Vista

Hospitals and Health Care
Bakersfield, CA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$275,000 base salary
Health, Vision, Dental insurance for physician and family
Sign-on bonus up to $150,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $150,000
Paid CME
Relocation reimbursement
Loan repayment through NHSC
Malpractice coverage through FTCA
J1/H-1B visa candidates welcome