Primary Care Physician

Job Description

Cottage Health is a not-for-profit health system located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. Committed to providing the highest quality care and service to the communities we serve, Cottage Health operates hospitals, urgent care centers, and clinics throughout Santa Barbara County. With a focus on patient-centered care, innovation, and community engagement, Cottage Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families across the region.

Position Overview: We are seeking compassionate and experienced Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physicians to join our team and lead the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based primary care services to patients of all ages, with a focus on preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose medical conditions, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, fostering open communication, trust, and mutual respect.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for clinical staff, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical assistants, and support staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research projects, and continuing education activities to enhance clinical practice and promote best practices in primary care.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school and board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of California.
• Clinical experience in outpatient primary care settings preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and proficiency in evidence-based medicine, clinical decision-making, and diagnostic reasoning.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and patient-centered care environment.
• Dedication to continuous learning, professional development, and quality improvement in primary care practice.

Why Join Cottage Health?

• Clinical Excellence: Join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative practice environment.
• Opportunity for Leadership: Lead the development and growth of a new primary care practice, shaping the delivery of healthcare services and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more.
• Community Engagement: Become an integral part of the vibrant Central Coast community, where you can build meaningful connections with patients and families and make a difference in their lives.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and continuing medical education, supported by Cottage Health's commitment to lifelong learning and clinical excellence.

Benefit Highlights :

• Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)
• Malpractice Coverage
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs (if applicable)

About Us

Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, CA, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.

Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work.

Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process may request the need for accommodation with the Recruiter.

*Pay for non-physician positions is determined based on related years of experience and internal equity. Eligible employees may also receive additional forms of compensation, including shift differentials, on-call pay, incentive pay, and bonus opportunities, where applicable. Manager and above positions may participate in Cottage Health's annual management incentive program. Physician compensation is determined based upon specialty and may include bonus potential. For more information on our comprehensive Total Rewards offerings, please visit

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