Since 1970, FHCSD s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured. With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego s communities.

We are currently searching for mission driven Physician Assistant to join our team at multiple clinics, and a full list can be found below.

Compensation and Benefits

• $135,000 - $165,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available)
• Sign-on Bonus and up to $50,000 in Annual Incentives
• Free Malpractice Insurance
• CME Credit and Time Off
• NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
• Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
• Relocation Assistance

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality and caring medical services to a diverse patient population
• Perform routine exams, common procedures and screenings
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and point-of-care tests
• Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists

• Supervise and mentor Advance Practice Providers in a responsive manner
• Exercise cultural sensitivity and seek assistance with translations if needed
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
• Comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool

• Attend all mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
• Use resources efficiently and practice medicine in a cost-effective manner
• Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program
• Maintain behavioral standards and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients
• Obtain good peer reviews, attend mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
• Work toward meeting organizational targets for all metrics

• Participate in administrative duties and on-call schedule in a timely manner
• Must keep medical license, DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification current
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Doctorate from an accredited school of medicine
• Board certified or board eligible in a primary care field
• Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California or ability to obtain
• DEA license
• Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
• Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
• Second language fluency in Spanish, Arabic, Farsi, Pashto Creole, Somalian, Mandarin, Korean and others desired, but are not requirement for this position.

Locations Currently Available Beach Area FHC

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 3705 Mission Blvd. San Diego CA 92109

Chula Vista Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 251 Landis Avenue Chula Vista CA 91910

El Cajon Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 525 E. Main Street El Cajon CA 92020

Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 4725 Market Street San Diego CA 92102

Grossmont Spring Valley Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:00pm 1:00pm)
• Address: 8788 Jamacha Road Spring Valley CA 91977

Hillcrest Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 4094 4th Avenue San Diego CA 92103

La Mesa Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (closed for lunch from 12:30pm 1:30pm)
• Address: 8530 La Mesa Blvd. La Mesa CA 91942

Lemon Grove Physical Health and Wellness

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (closed for lunch from 12:00pm 1:00pm)
• Address: 7826 Broadway Lane Lemon Grove CA 91945

Logan Heights Family Health Center

• Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8:00am - 5:30pm
• Address: 1809 National Avenue San Diego CA 92113