Join our Bakersfield, California Team!
Primary Care Physician Full Time
Salary Range: $250,000 $280,000 annually + discretionary bonus
Requirements to Apply
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
- Active California medical license and DEA registration
- CPR/BLS certification
- Commitment to collaborative, participant-centered, and interdisciplinary care
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred
- Experience or added qualifications in geriatrics highly desirable
Primary Care Physician Job in Bakersfield, CA $250K $280K + Bonus Full-Time PACE Model Senior-Focused Primary Care Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Primary Care Physician to join our interdisciplinary team at our newly opened Bakersfield, CA site. This full-time, on-site position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered medical care to older adults enrolled in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) model.
Reporting to the Medical Director, the Primary Care Physician plays an essential role in the ongoing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of participants, while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic care. The ideal candidate is passionate about geriatric medicine and thrives in a collaborative environment where compassion, respect, and innovation drive every interaction.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial, semi-annual, and annual assessments of participants in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for participants
- Provide primary and preventive medical care for participants in the clinic, home, or care facility
- Manage acute and chronic conditions with a focus on functional improvement and quality of life
- Supervise and collaborate with nurse practitioners and physician assistants as required
- Coordinate specialty consultations, hospital care, and nursing facility admissions as appropriate
- Participate in IDT meetings, daily case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Serve as a resource for geriatric best practices and chronic disease management
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of all care and communications
- Support a positive and collaborative team culture that emphasizes dignity and independence for participants
What Are the Benefits?
- Competitive annual salary of $250,000 $280,000 + discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education and professional development support
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment with growth potential
Where?
Located in Bakersfield, California, this full-time, Monday Friday opportunity offers the chance to work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art site dedicated to serving older adults in the Central Valley. Bakersfield provides an affordable cost of living, family-friendly neighborhoods, and easy access to both the Sierra Nevada and Southern California s coastal destinations.
Who Are We?
We are a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to improving the lives of frail and elderly participants through the PACE model of care an integrated, team-based approach that emphasizes independence, preventive health, and quality of life. Our interdisciplinary teams include physicians, nurses, social work