Physician / Family Practice / California / Locum or Permanent / Primary Care Physician Job

  • Cross Country Healthcare
  • Brawley, California
  • 02/20/2026
Full time

Job Description

Join Our Brawley, California Team!
Staff Physician (Outpatient Primary Care)
Salary Range: $330,000 to $350,000 annually + up to $30K Sign-On

Requirements to Apply
  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
  • Active California medical license
  • Current DEA registration
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Experience providing outpatient primary care
  • Willingness to supervise NPs and/or PAs as needed
  • Commitment to community-based, patient-centered care

Staff Physician Job in Brawley, CA $330K $350K + Bonuses Outpatient FQHC Setting

Job Overview
A mission-driven community health organization in Brawley, California is seeking a Staff Physician to deliver high-quality outpatient medical care in a collaborative, team-based environment. This role focuses on comprehensive primary care services for a diverse patient population, emphasizing continuity of care, chronic disease management, and preventive medicine.

Working closely with Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and interdisciplinary care teams, the Staff Physician plays a vital role in supporting patient-centered medical home (PCMH) principles, quality improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Schedule & Setting
  • Full-time, exempt position
  • Outpatient clinic setting
  • Monday Friday schedule (with flexibility as needed)
  • Rotates between clinic locations as required
  • Community-based, patient-centered medical home model

What You ll Do
  • Provide comprehensive outpatient medical care including examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up
  • Manage acute and chronic conditions with a focus on long-term health outcomes
  • Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough clinical documentation
  • Coordinate care with specialists and arrange referrals as needed
  • Participate in daily team huddles and interdisciplinary meetings
  • Support audits and compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Serve as a preceptor for medical students and NP/PA students when requested
  • Collaborate with nursing leadership to implement clinical policies and PCMH workflows
  • Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants as assigned


What Are the Benefits?
  • Competitive base salary: $330K $350K
  • Sign-on bonus up to $30,000
  • Relocation assistance up to $15,000
  • Housing stipend: $2,000/month for up to one year
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Supportive leadership and mission-driven culture

Where?
Located in Brawley, California, in Imperial County, this opportunity offers a unique blend of meaningful work and affordable living. Brawley provides a lower cost of living compared to many California metros, a close-knit community atmosphere, and easy access to outdoor recreation, desert landscapes, and regional travel to San Diego and Arizona. Physicians drawn to this area value the opportunity to make a tangible impact in an underserved community while enjoying a more balanced lifestyle.

Who Are We?
We are a community-based healthcare organization dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality care to patients regardless of ability to pay. The organization emphasizes ethical practice, collaboration, regulatory excellence, and compassionate service, fostering a supportive environment for both patients and providers.