Recruiting Medical Director of Well-Being, Primary Care Physician. Generous Bonus. Quality of Life. California.

Job Summary

• Occupation: Physician
• Specialty: Family Practice-Without OB
• Salary: $300,000 – $345,000 (VISA Sponsored: $290,000 – $330,000) • yearly
• Compensation: Medical Directorship compensated at $125/hour, up to 15 hours per month.
• Working Hours: 40 hours/week
• Degree Required: MD/DO
• Position Type: Permanent/Full-Time
• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States
• Visa Sponsorship: Yes

Job Description

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital (RRH), an AMA Joy in Medicine recognized organization, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate physician to join our team as a part-time Medical Director of Well-Being (0.25 FTE) and a full-time Primary Care Physician (0.75 FTE), preferably with a focus in addiction medicine. This role is ideal for a physician who is passionate about improving the well-being of healthcare professionals while providing exceptional patient care. The position is designed to help foster an environment of physician well-being and offer comprehensive care to our community in an outpatient setting. Continuation of the AMA Joy in Medicine certification would be part of the responsibilities of this role. Ridgecrest Regional Hospital (RRH) has earned recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ recognized organization.

Medical Director of Well-Being (0.25 FTE)

• Chair the RRH Physician Well-Being Committee, reporting directly to the CEO or designee.
• Identify institutional, departmental, and individual factors contributing to professional burnout, and make mitigation recommendations.
• Collaborate with well-being champions from each department to develop and implement initiatives aimed at enhancing physician well-being.
• Form and lead an inter-department well-being taskforce with regular meetings to improve provider resilience.
• Use validated instruments to conduct annual surveys assessing burnout and well-being among providers, and share results and progress at administrative meetings.
• Recommend specific, measurable initiatives for implementation to enhance well-being at RRH.
• Establish support policies for individuals experiencing burnout and oversee their progress.
• Position RRH as a model of well-being and work-life balance, and continue re-application for the AMA Joy in Medicine award every 2 years.
• Address performance and behavioral issues among physicians and recommend remedial actions.
  

Patient Care & Treatment (0.75 FTE)

• Provide excellent and comprehensive patient care. Develop and communicate effective treatment plans with patients and their caregivers.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and maintain detailed patient records.
• Preferable/Optional: addiction medicine to support patients in overcoming substance use disorders.
• Update patient information and medical records with the latest findings and treatments in the hospital's electronic medical records.
• Management of services in accordance with established Clinic’s policies/procedures
• Order tests for healthcare staff to administer.
• Review and interpret test results.
• Reasonable patient load

Collaborative Teamwork

• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
• You’ll work with an assistant, and scribe service (or Ai scribe) to better manage your administrative workload.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership certification preferable, example programs include the AAFP Leading Physician Well-Being Program, Stanford Medical Director of Well-Being Certification, or equivalent. If non-certified, candidate has to be open to achieving this certification within the first year of starting this position. Expenses covered by the hospital.
• Excellent Bedside Manners
• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited institution.
• An active CA Medical License is required to start. Assistance is available for licensing.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Residents are welcome to apply if they are completing their US residency this year, as well as the board certification.

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Competitive Compensation, Sign-on Bonus, Student loan forgiveness program, eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), Productivity bonus above base compensation, as permissible under applicable laws
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities and CME support.
• Leadership Opportunities
• Relocation support with temporary housing
• VISA and Green Card sponsorship
• Optional 4-day work week
• Benefit Stipend

Welcome To RRH

Established since 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program. The Emergency Department is a designated Level IV trauma center and is staffed with Emergency Medicine Board Certified physicians. RRH owns Liberty Ambulance which has multiple EMS rigs and a helicopter in the area.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, It's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. View outdoor activities.

Join us if you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are looking for a fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital.