Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

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Job description

We are seeking Geriatric Medicine Physicians to join our outpatient clinics. The ideal candidate will be a com pa ssionate and dedicated professional, committed to providing high-quality out pa t i e n t care. This role involves working closely with our team to deliver pa t i e n t -focused services and contribute to the overall well-being of our pa t i e n t s. Ridgecrest Regional Hospital (RRH) has earned recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine recognized organization.
Patient Care & Treatment

• Provide excellent and comprehensive geriatric care. Develop and communicate effective treatment plans with patients and their caregivers.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and maintain detailed patient records.
• Update patient information and medical records with the latest findings and treatments in the hospital's electronic medical records.
• Management of services by 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

• 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, e ligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and 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, Ridgecrest Regional Hospital (RRH) is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, and outpatient clinics. Located in Ridgecrest, California, home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. In 2023, RRH was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers, and it has an established physician well-being program.

RRH offers multi-specialty healthcare and has state-of-the-art facilities. The Emergency De pa rtment 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 pa rtner 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
Our town of 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, i t s near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. It offers plenty of beautiful outdoor scenery and activities, as well as shorter commutes, great schools, and a more easygoing lifestyle! Our hospital is close to the Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley . It is the perfect close-knit community if you are an outdoor adventurist looking for a slightly slower- pa ced living while also continuing to grow in your healthcare career.

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.

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