Critical Care Opportunity in Bakersfield, California
Join a well-supported intensivist team serving a respected community hospital system in California's Central Valley. This full-time Critical Care position offers flexible scheduling, strong midlevel support, and visa sponsorship options. Whether you're an early-career physician or a seasoned intensivist, this is a rewarding opportunity to step into a stable, shift-based role with no call.
Practice Overview
- You'll join a team of five physicians and two advanced practice providers across two local ICUs
- Current ICU mix is 90% medical and 10% surgical; no cardiac, thoracic, or pediatric cases
- Each shift staffed by a physician and NP, with plans to increase physician coverage
- EMR is Cerner, with transition to Epic expected within a year
Schedule
- Shift-based model: 18 shifts/month for full-time
- Choose day (6 AM-6 PM) or nocturnist (6 PM-6 AM) role
- Scheduling options include 7-on/7-off or 4-on/4-off
- No call; true time off when off shift
Compensation & Benefits
- Employed compensation between $250,000-$350,000 (for 1.0 FTE)
- Sign-on bonus and relocation support negotiable
- Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- H1B and J1 visa support available with in-house immigration attorney
Candidate Requirements
- Open to new grads and experienced intensivists; preference for early-career physicians
- Must be board-eligible or board-certified in Critical Care
- Comfortable managing 15-25 adult ICU patients per shift
- Visa candidates encouraged to apply
Community & Location Highlights
- Enjoy life in Bakersfield, a mid-sized city in California's affordable Central Valley
- Easy access to Los Angeles and the Central Coast
- Abundant outdoor recreation: hiking, cycling, and national parks nearby
- Family-friendly community with growing medical infrastructure and local residency programs
Contact us to see how this opportunity can help you build a rewarding practice with a balanced life.
