Seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified, Palliative Care Physician to support a well-established team in Humboldt County on California's beautiful North Coast. This unique position comes with the opportunity to serve alongside the inpatient palliative care team at Providence St. Joseph and Redwood Memorial Hospitals. Work and play amongst the redwoods serving residents of Humboldt County. This exceptionally rare opportunity provides both hands-on patient care and program development functions. Join Providence and become part of this community-oriented team, while enjoying a balanced schedule that allows you to take full advantage of all that California's north coast has to offer.
At Providence, we are mission focused and community centric, with a proud 150+ year heritage of caring for patients from all walks of life, including the disadvantaged, underserved and uninsured.
The Value of Working with Us
- 0.8 FTE/ 4 days a week
- Must have 24 months of acute care experience
- Provide support to two hospitals in Humboldt County
- Potential for medical directorship
- Strong community-oriented team that is passionate about what they do
- Competitive compensation with a 2-year salary guarantee, comprehensive benefits package and 5-6 weeks per year away from practice for vacation/holiday/CME time
- Shareholder track opportunity starting in year 3 with additional perks and annual bonuses worth more than $1M over the course of a full career
- H1-B visa candidates supported
- Generous, multiyear sign-on bonus and relocation assistance package
- Providence Medical Group providers are eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Robust student loan repayment program up to $120,000 available for qualifying candidates
- Compensation is between $278,125 and $303,125 per year
The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, a CME allowance and other benefits offered by the medical group. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.
Working in Northern California
Providence Medical Group provides high quality care for Humboldt County and surrounding communities. Our regional group has nearly 500 physicians/APCs and a tradition of excellence that extends from routine care to leading-edge surgical procedures. The Humboldt market has 20+ clinics and specialties. Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka has served the community for more than 100 years and along with Redwood Memorial Hospital in Fortuna is staffed by dedicated professionals who provide compassionate care to all.
Living in Northern California
Humboldt County, located on the North Coast of California, surrounds the city of Eureka and offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation and a strong sense of community. The area features stunning landscapes, including redwood forests and a rugged coastline, along with ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and surfing. The county is known for Cal-Poly Humboldt University, as well as a vibrant arts and culture scene especially in Eureka. The regions agricultural heritage has encouraged a culture of sustainable living.
Working for Providence
Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
