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Clinica Sierra Vista
Fresno, California

Physician Rheumatologist - Comprehensive Care Center

RheumatologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$345k-$380k

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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 Rheumatologist who:

Will provide specialized care in diagnosing and managing patients with rheumatic diseases and autoimmune disorders, working in collaboration with our licensed independent providers, clinical pharmacists, and care teams.

Benefits

  • 1. $345,000 - $380,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)
  • 2. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment)
  • 3. Paid CME
  • 4. Relocation reimbursement
  • 5. Loan repayment
  • 6. Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act

Essential Functions

  • Provide outpatient consultation and management of patients with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions (e. g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, vasculitis, osteoporosis).
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including imaging and laboratory studies, to guide treatment decisions.
  • Perform joint aspirations, injections, and other rheumatologic procedures as appropriate.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the care team.
  • Refer patients to other specialists as clinically indicated.
  • Collaborate with primary care providers, clinical pharmacists, and ancillary staff to coordinate comprehensive care.
  • Educate patients and families on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with CSV policies and federal regulations.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing medical education activities.

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!

Key Responsibilities

Provide specialized outpatient consultation and management for patients with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to develop individualized treatment plans and perform necessary rheumatologic procedures.

Requirements

Must be a qualified Physician Rheumatologist capable of diagnosing and managing complex autoimmune diseases. Requires the ability to order and interpret diagnostic tests and maintain accurate medical records in compliance with federal regulations.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

RheumatologyAutoimmune Disorder ManagementDiagnostic InterpretationJoint InjectionsPatient EducationMedical Record DocumentationOutpatient CareCollaborative CareTreatment Planning

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$363k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $327k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Rheumatologist Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs · 5 employers

1
$327k
4
$350k-375k
1
$375k
1
$420k

Annual compensation range

#1

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#2

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Community Health Centers of America · Turlock, California

$300k-$375k
#3

Rheumatologist | Unity Health

$224k-$371k
#4

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$224k-$371k
+ 5 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.0
Below most Rheumatology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 158 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Fresno

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$380k≈ 1.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,941/mo≈ 7% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.2
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Fresno, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Clinica Sierra Vista

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

Benefits & Perks

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family
Paid CME
Relocation reimbursement
Loan repayment
Malpractice coverage through FTCA