Urgent Care, Urgent Care Physician - Northern CA / Bay Area

Job Description

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NorthBay Health is seeking an Urgent Care Physician to join our established and growing urgent care team in Fairfield, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment while providing timely, high-quality care to members of our community.

\n Our Urgent Care centers deliver immediate treatment for a wide range of non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, supported by experienced clinical staff, advanced technology, and seamless access to NorthBay Healths comprehensive network of specialists. As a valued member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring patients receive efficient, compassionate care when they need it most.

\n NorthBay Health operates a growing network of Urgent Care centers across the region, with locations in Benicia, American Canyon, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Vacaville, and Winters, providing convenient access to high-quality care for the communities we serve.

\n Conveniently located between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento, Fairfield offers an ideal blend of suburban comfort, outdoor recreation, world-class dining, and easy access to Northern Californias premier destinations. 

Position Highlights \n

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• Practice Setting: Outpatient Urgent Care
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• Schedule:\n
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  • Full-time: 15 shifts per month
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  • 10-hour shifts
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  • MondayFriday: 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
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  • Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
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• Patient Volume:\n
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  • Average 2040 patients per day
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• Clinical Resources:\n
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  • State-of-the-art equipment and technology
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  • Integrated health system with access to specialty care
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  • Collaborative support from physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
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Primary Responsibilities

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• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
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• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies
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• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans
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• Prescribe medications, therapies, and vaccinations as clinically indicated
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• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
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• Coordinate referrals to specialists and higher levels of care when necessary
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• Collaborate closely with physicians, APPs, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
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• Provide oversight and supervision of APPs, as applicable
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• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and organizational committees
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Qualifications

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• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
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• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related specialty
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• Current California medical license, or eligibility to obtain one
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• Experience in Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, or a comparable fast-paced clinical setting preferred
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• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
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• Commitment to delivering patient-centered, compassionate care
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• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
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Compensation & Benefits

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• Guaranteed Base Salary: $354,000
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• APP Supervision Stipend: $12,000 annually per 1.0 FTE APP
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• Signing Bonus: Up to $30,000
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• Retention Bonus: Up to $30,000 annually beginning after completion of the second year
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• Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 (based on location)
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• Comprehensive benefits package
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• Emphasis on physician well-being and work-life balance
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• Opportunity to practice within a respected, physician-led health system
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