Urgent Care Physician

Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican is a part of CommonSpirit Health, one of the largest non-profit health systems in the U.S. Our care delivery spans across 140 hospitals and more than 1200 ambulatory centers in 24 states coast to coast, serving 20 million patients annually. We are on a mission to build healthier communities, advocate for the vulnerable, and innovate how and where healing can happen.

Dignity Health Medical Group - Dominican is looking for a dedicated Urgent Care Physician to join our exceptional healthcare team in the vibrant coastal community of Santa Cruz, CA. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care in an urgent care setting, we want to hear from you!

As an Urgent Care Physician at Dignity Health, you will be an integral part of our compassionate medical team, delivering timely and patient-centered care to individuals with urgent, non-emergent conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity for physicians seeking a dynamic role with an emphasis on work-life balance, where you can make a real difference in the community.

Practice Highlights:

• Humankindness culture that treats you as a person, not a number
• Collegial and autonomous work environment
• Emphasis on high quality of care over quantity
• Teaching opportunity to precept advanced practice providers and future residents

Compensation/Benefits Include:

• $301,876.08/year based on 132 shifts worked
• Excellent earning potential with productivity incentives
• Student loan reimbursement up to $100,000
• Sign on bonus: $40,000
• Relocation assistance:  $20,000
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans and CME allowance

Community Description
Santa Cruz County is known for its beach scene, redwood forests, unique surf and art culture, natural scenic beauty and friendly and active residents. The weather is mild, with the sun shining more than 300 days a year. There’s a cultural excitement of a world-renowned university, miles of sandy beaches, redwood forests and rugged mountains. Downtown Santa Cruz offers a plethora of restaurants and one-of-a-kind shops. It also offers an upscale residential district, historic Victorians, galleries, a modern museum and a vibrant nightlife. There are year-round cultural events for every interest. You and your family will have the opportunity of enjoying this unique paradise of contrast.

Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

• Patient Care: Provide comprehensive urgent care services to patients of all ages with a variety of acute medical issues, including minor injuries, illnesses, and infections.
• Efficient Care Delivery: Perform examinations, make diagnoses, and offer treatment plans with a focus on effective, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
• Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and support staff to provide seamless care.
• Procedures & Diagnostics: Conduct minor procedures, order diagnostic tests, and interpret results to manage patient care.
• Education: Provide health education, guidance on preventive care, and instructions for ongoing treatment as necessary.

• A valid and unrestricted California medical license
• Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
• Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program