Kern Medical

Kern Medical is a leading Central Valley healthcare organization, with a 222-bed hospital, a comprehensive offering of primary care and specialty clinics, and a large body of highly skilled doctors, nurses, technicians and other healthcare providers. With the area’s only trauma center and teaching hospital, many of our services are unequaled in the region. Our volunteers, our charitable foundation, and our own employees eagerly support our mission of health and safety. As a public hospital, we are committed to serving the people of our community. Our care, while sophisticated, comes with a compassion, respect and kindness in a community of diverse needs. At Kern Medical, you’ll play an active role where you are empowered to affect change and touch lives. Join a team with more than 1,700 people united together in our commitment to incredible patient care, education, and service to our community!

Our Mission
Guided by the needs of our patients and their families, Kern Medical will deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care, and improve the health and well-being of our community.

Our Vision

• Place the patient at the center of the healthcare experience
• Lead academic and professional excellence in the community
• Advance healthcare delivery through a fully integrated system across the spectrum of care
• Realize the triple aim of providing the best patient experience, highest quality of care, and most appropriate use of healthcare resources
• Hire and develop the best team that is both inspired and committed to healing
• Commit to financial stability through efficient management of resources

Our Values

• Compassionate Healing: We ensure a culture of caring that nurtures the well-being of the whole person
• Respect: We are kind and listen to understand, while embracing the skills and knowledge of others
• Integrity: We earn your trust by delivering the best in healthcare
• Innovation: We are committed to new ideas, creativity, and academic achievements
• Collaboration: We value our partnerships to advance the health of our community
• Fiscal responsibility: We are committed to effectively utilizing and maximizing our resources