Physician - Rheumatology jobs in Palmdale, CA

Provides Rheumatology health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of their Supervising Physician and Chief Medical Officer.

• Obtain pertinent health history and perform appropriate physical examinations on any patient who presents for care.

• Formulate a diagnosis and plan related to the patient's condition, and communicate those effectively to the patient.

• Prescribe and refill medication, including controlled substances, in accordance with local, state and federal statutes and guidelines.

• Document all of the above in a timely manner, per policy, in the NextGen electronic health record, or any record required by company.

• Function as part of the Medical Group and clinical team, covering for providers who are out, working with case management, collaborating with specialists and allied health professionals to maximize health outcomes.

• Perform procedures, at the clinic, inpatient and outpatient, as appropriate to physician's training and experience.

• Appropriately refer patients requiring specialty care and services.

• Review incoming diagnostic reports (i.e. laboratory, radiology, EKG) sign, date and follow-up in an appropriate and timely manner.

• Participate in marketing outreach as well as staff and patient education programs as assigned by medical group leadership.

• Participate in peer review, quality assurance, provider meetings and other clinical meetings as required or requested.

• Assist in updating protocols and principles of practice as requested.

• Manage patients in such a way as to optimize health outcomes and minimize inappropriate utilization of resources.

• Respond to patient requests, both telephonically and electronically via the electronic patient portal, in a timely manner.

• Supervise Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners as assigned and when necessary.

• All other duties as directed by management.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $300,000 TO $325,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, LakesideCommunity Healthcare & Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment. Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us. We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.

Full Time Position Benefits:

The success of any company depends on its employees. For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members. As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.

Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.

Health and Wellness:

• Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees
• Vision insurance
• Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Behavioral Health Services

Savings and Retirement:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Income Protection Insurance

Other Benefits:

• Vacation Time
• Company celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program
• Business-casual working environment
• Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Mileage

Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

• Graduate from accredited medical school
• Board certified (current)/eligible in own specialty
• Active California medical license
• Current Federal DEA
• Additional credentials as required by virtue of specialty