Join Our Dynamic Team as a Primary Care Physician with the VA Northern California Health Care System!

Are you driven by a passion for providing exceptional healthcare and a commitment to serving our nation's heroes? The VA Northern California Health Care System invites you to join our dedicated team at one of our VA Clinics located in:

• Auburn, CA
• Chico, CA
• Fairfield, CA
• Martinez, CA
• Mather, CA 
• McClellan Park, CA  
• Modesto, CA
• Redding, CA
• Stockton, CA

You'll not only find a rewarding career but also vibrant communities to call home.

Why You Should Join Us:

1. Impactful Work: Be on the frontline of veteran care, diagnosing and managing a variety of medical conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, ischemic heart disease, COPD, depression, and chronic pain. Provide compassionate, comprehensive care to veterans who deserve our utmost respect and dedication. Your expertise will directly impact their quality of life, making each day at work profoundly meaningful.
2. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in modern, well-equipped clinics that support advanced diagnostics and treatments. Our commitment to excellence means you'll have access to the latest medical technologies and resources, empowering you to deliver top-notch care.
3. Collaborative Environment: Join a team of esteemed professionals who are not only colleagues but also collaborators in patient care. Share knowledge, innovate together, and benefit from a multidisciplinary approach that includes experts from various fields working in unison to provide comprehensive care.
4. Competitive Compensation and Unmatched Benefits: Enjoy a competitive range of $230,000 to $324,000 annually, designed for your well-being and peace of mind. In addition, you'll also be eligible for:

• Performance Bonus: Additional performance-based incentives.
• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits. Multiple plan options, with coverage beginning on the first day of employment.
• Retirement Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) featuring a pension plan, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching up to 5%, and Social Security benefits. This provides a secure retirement foundation.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over five years.
• Paid Time Off: Earn 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays per year, and up to 5 days for authorized absence to attend CME training.
• Life Insurance: Coverage through the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).
• Malpractice Liability Protection: Includes free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): Reimbursement available for CME expenses, supporting your professional growth.

5. Work-Life Balance and Supportive Workplace: The VA Northern California Health Care System is committed to creating a supportive work environment that allows healthcare providers to focus on providing excellent care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Flexible scheduling and comprehensive support services help foster a collaborative culture where you can thrive professionally and personally.
6. A Commitment to Innovation and Excellence: The VA is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovative practices. As a healthcare provider, you will be part of an organization that values research, implements the latest medical advancements, and strives for excellence in all aspects of patient care.
7. Make a Lasting Difference: Your role as a Primary Care Physician at the VA isn't just a job—it's a mission. You will have the opportunity to give back to those who have given so much for our country by providing care that honors their service and promotes their well-being.

Key Responsibilities: Your care may be delivered via face-to-face, telehealth, or video visits, though this position may require occasional travel to VISN medical centers or Community Based Outreach Clinics (CBOC). Responsibilities include ordering diagnostics, consultations, medications, and other therapies as medically indicated; meeting preventative health maintenance needs; and completing all required VA computer documentation, including clinical reminders and screenings, in a timely manner. The incumbent's assigned duty station will be one of the sites of care within VA Northern California Health Care System. Telehealth and/or video visits may only be conducted from sites of care within the VA Northern California Health Care System or VA-approved alternate work sites. You may also support the Call Center as well.

Evaluation, including performance of H&P (history and physical); diagnosis; consultation; and treatment of adult patients with medical illnesses performed in the clinic environment, via telehealth, or via VA-approved video modalities with appropriate support and monitoring. In addition, you may perform diagnostic or therapeutic joint aspiration/injection, soft tissue injection, routine women's health (pelvic exam, breast exam, cytologic pap smear testing, cervical HPV testing), laceration repair, foreign body removal, abscess incision and drainage, diagnostic paracentesis, and wound debridement. Care for patients may be provided via face-to-face, telemedicine, or VA-approved video modalities. Perform preliminary interpretation of ECG and radiographic studies, and supervise residents, fellows, and others in training.

Discover Our Locations:

Explore the unique communities of Northern California, each offering a high quality of life and a wealth of opportunities for both personal and professional growth. Each location boasts:

• Educational Excellence: Home to excellent schools, colleges, and universities.
• Healthcare Leadership: In addition to the VA Clinics, these areas host several top-tier medical facilities.
• Outdoor Adventures: Enjoy the natural beauty with opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring nearby parks and natural reserves.
• Cultural Richness: Experience vibrant arts communities with galleries, theaters, music venues, and cultural events.
• Community Spirit: Known for their friendly residents and strong sense of community, these locations are welcoming places to call home.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in making a difference. Honor the service, enrich your career, and live life to the fullest in beautiful Northern California!

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About VA Northern California Health Care System

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities, including 172 VA Medical Centers and 1,138 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics) to over 9 million Veterans enrolled in the VA health care program. VHA Medical Centers provide a wide range of services including traditional hospital-based services such as surgery, critical care, mental health, orthopedics, pharmacy, radiology and physical therapy. In addition, most of our medical centers offer additional medical and surgical specialty services including audiology & speech pathology, dermatology, dental, geriatrics, neurology, oncology, podiatry, prosthetics, urology, and vision care. Some medical centers also offer advanced services such as organ transplants and plastic surgery.

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