Workers' Compensation Physician - FT/PT in Salinas, CA
Listed compensation
$120-$150/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Doctors on Duty is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic full-time or Part-time Urgent Care physician with a strong background in Workers' Compensation (evaluation and treatment), Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Family Practice training, and Emergency Medicine.
The role involves delivering timely care for non-life-threatening conditions, conducting occupational health assessments, and managing work-related injuries in compliance with California workers’ compensation guidelines.
We provide fast and affordable medical services at several locations throughout California’s Central Coast, including Monterey, Salinas, and Santa Cruz.
Take advantage of a great opportunity to practice and take care of patients who appreciate access to quality Primary Care. This is an employed position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Eligible for productivity and quality incentives. Includes malpractice insurance (including tail coverage), relocation allowance, CME reimbursement, and flexible working hours.
The Monterey Peninsula is a great place to live, whether single or raising a family, and we make it easy to get the most out of life. Take delight in the beautiful landscapes with breathtaking views, superior hiking, and kayaking in the ocean.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a high-volume urgent care setting
- Diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of non-emergency medical conditions
- Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses
- Complete workers’ compensation documentation (PR-2, RFA, Work Status Reports, etc.)
- Perform employment-related physicals (pre-employment, DOT, return-to-work, etc.)
- Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure efficient and compliant workflows
- Communicate with case managers, employers, and insurance adjusters as needed
- Document all encounters using EHR in a timely and accurate manner
- Adhere to clinic protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Active California Medical License in good standing
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in urgent care or occupational medicine preferred
- Experience with California Workers’ Compensation regulations and documentation
- DEA license and current BLS certification required
- Familiarity with EHR systems (EPIC a plus)
- Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and time management skills
Must be able to work on-site at our Salinas, CA Clinic.
Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm. Saturday-Sunday 8 am - 5 pm.
Condition of Employment
If not vaccinated, must be masked during Flu and cold season.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 41 active Occupational Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 88% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$281k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $254k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Cypress Healthcare Partners holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 11 active listings.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Workers' Compensation Physician - FT/PT in Salinas, CA at Cypress Healthcare Partners a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 21,832 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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