Nephrology Physician in Northern California College Town

Full-time BC/BE Nephrologist Opportunity

Join a hospital-based Nephrology practice in Chico, California. This established, well-regarded group is adding a third physician to their team. Responsibilities include an average of 15 clinic patients per day and hospital rounds with approximately 15 consults daily. The strong hospitalist program manages all admissions. Call rotation is Q3, one week at a time, with a paid $1,000 per 24-hour shift (~75 shifts/year). The annual base salary is $165,042 plus a wRVU incentive ($38.30/wRVU above 359.4 monthly or 7182 yearly). The typical physician exceeds the RVU threshold early in the year. There are 216 clinic days per year (FTE). The compensation package includes relocation and a sign-on bonus.

Requirements include Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine; Fellowship trained in Nephrology. Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis experience is preferred. Must have or be eligible for a California medical license. Relocation assistance of $20,000 and a $60,000 sign-on bonus are available. Eligible for PSLF and loan repayment up to $100,000 (max $10,000/year for 10 years). Comprehensive benefits include malpractice, CA license, DEA, and certifications covered. There is a $3,000 annual CME allowance, 80% employee health insurance paid, 50% for dependents; dental and vision included. Three retirement plans, two fully employer-funded.

Located in a vibrant college town of 100,000, voted "America's #1 Place to Live" by Forbes magazine, north of Sacramento, a couple of hours from San Francisco. Four mild seasons and abundant outdoor recreation. Easy access to Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Sacramento, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Reno, and the California coast.