Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Bakersfield, CA - Seeking Emergency Medicine Advanced Providers

Become a Valued Member of Your Emergency Medicine Team

As an Advanced Provider, you play a critical role in our mission to improve lives in the Emergency Department and are a valued member of the full care team. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

• Seeking Emergency Medicine physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
• Previous ED experience required.
• Current national certification, DEA, and BLS are required.
• ACLS and PALS are preferred.
• Current CA state license is a plus.

The Practice

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital - Bakersfield, California

• 385-bed hospital and busiest ED in Kern County.
• 30-bed Emergency Department.
• STEMI Receiving Center and Stroke Center with Thrombectomy capacity.
• Annual volume of 100,000 with 30% peds.
• Sub-specialty backup includes PICU, NICU, Peds, OB/GYN, Burn center, Plastics, and Hyperbarics.

The Community

• Bakersfield, California, is a wonderful place to work and live, combining a thriving job market with a welcoming community, affordable living, and a range of recreational activities.
• Known for its roots in agriculture and energy, Bakersfield also has a rich connection to country music history, particularly the "Bakersfield Sound," which can be explored at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace.
• Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Kern River for rafting and fishing, along with hiking opportunities in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
• A short drive away, residents can explore Sequoia National Park, home to some of the largest trees on Earth, or take a day trip to the Central California coast.

B enefits & Beyond

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6% plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service)
• Variety of Pre-Tax Savings Accounts including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits
• Time Off when you need it: Start with 4 weeks PTO annually and increase to 6 weeks with tenure, plus generous sick leave
• Flexible scheduling for work/life balance
• Annual cash bonus
• Professional Expense Reimbursement for medical staff dues, states licenses, DEA license, and national recertification fees
• Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• EAP and travel assistance included
• Free education opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Several wellness programs that focus on provider wellbeing and health
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Salary range for this role is $90 - $95 per hour base; $84 - $88 for new grads. Please speak with a recruiter for more information.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.