What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Physician position at Natividad Medical Center (NMC)?
The County of Monterey
Monterey County encompasses some of California’s most stunning scenery and offers an ideal year-round Mediterranean climate. Miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys are characteristics that contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by over 446,000 residents and the numerous tourists who visit the area year-round. Monterey County boasts world-renowned attractions such as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row and the Steinbeck Center. It’s also home to Laguna Seca Raceway and many world-famous golf courses including Pebble Beach, Spanish Bay, and Poppy Hills.
The County hosts annual events including the Monterey Jazz Festival, IndyCar Grand Prix of Monterey, Sea Otter Classic, Concourse D’Elegance, and the California Rodeo.
Encompassing a total land area of 3,324 square miles, Monterey is the 16th largest of California’s 58 counties and has an economy largely based on agriculture and tourism. The Salinas Valley, known as the “salad bowl of the nation”, is abundant with lush produce fields and thriving vineyards. There are several major educational institutions including California State University, Monterey Bay, Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, the Defense Language Institute (DLI) and Presidio of Monterey, Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), Monterey Peninsula College, and Hartnell College in Salinas.
Natividad Hospital
Natividad is a 172-bed acute care hospital owned and operated by Monterey County. Natividad is both the public-safety-net hospital, providing health care to the residents of Monterey County for over 132 years, and the choice for high quality care for all. The hospital operates with a medical staff of over 380 physicians and has several specialty clinics and outpatient primary care clinics operated by the Monterey County Health Department.
Natividad is a Level II Trauma Center providing the immediate availability of specialized personnel, equipment, and services to treat the most severe and critical injuries. Natividad is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and is governed by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, under the guidance of a Board of Trustees. The mission of Natividad is to continually monitor and improve the health of the people, including the vulnerable, in Monterey County through coordinated, affordable, high-quality health care.
Position Description
Natividad is seeking a physician who is board eligible or board certified in family medicine or internal medicine to practice in one of Natividad’s established outpatient clinics and provide comprehensive care including outpatient procedures and prenatal care to residents of Monterey County. Family Medicine scope of practice may include OB Call and inpatient care, as well as opportunities to teach residents and medical students.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Licensure : Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
Benefits
The benefits package includes :
- Paid malpractice with tail
- CalPers Retirement
- CME reimbursement and time-off
- Natividad offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with skills and experience. For additional information about benefits offered please visit :
http : / / www.natividad.com / human-resources / job-opportunities / benefits /
Equal Opportunity
Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks a candidate who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you require special arrangements to participate in the selection process, please contact Stacey Scherer, Supervising Human Resources Analyst, at scherersd@natividad.com or 831.783.2711.
Application Process
To apply for this exciting opportunity, submit a complete resume / CV to CVReview@natividad.com
Natividad is committed to employing a diverse workforce. EOE / M / F / H / V
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