Family Medicine Physician - Medical Director - Up to $340,000 - SAC Health System - Blythe

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Family Medicine Physician - Medical Director

Our organization is actively seeking a dedicated Family Medicine Physician to take on the role of Medical Director at SAC Health System. This position is based in Blythe, CA, and is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, faith-oriented environment.

As we continue to experience growth in patient volume due to our commitment to providing high-quality, faith-based healthcare, we are eager to welcome more providers who share our mission of serving the community. The ideal candidate will be a Board Certified Family Physician with experience in primary care.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with patients, creating individualized health and wellness plans.
• Lead and mentor a team of healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.
• Collaborate with various specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care.

About SAC Health System

SAC Health System stands as the largest specialty-based and teaching health center (THC) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. In alignment with our mission and values, we offer over 900 medical residents and students from Loma Linda University the chance to serve our most vulnerable populations, empowering them to become community leaders.

Healthcare Excellence

Recognized as a Level-3 Patient-Centered Medical Home by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), SAC Health System ensures that all our physicians are affiliated with Loma Linda University Health. This affiliation allows our patients to receive exceptional care from providers trained in more than 35 specialties. Our integrated model of care enables patients to access behavioral health services, dieticians, clinical pharmacists, social workers, and chaplains during a single visit, if necessary. This holistic, team-based approach is what sets SAC Health System apart as the preferred choice for patients.

Partnership and Community Support

We recognize that underserved populations require a variety of support services that extend beyond our immediate capabilities. Our success is rooted in strong partnerships with over 100 community organizations, allowing us to leverage their expertise to provide comprehensive care for our patients.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is between $285,000 and $340,000. Detailed compensation discussions will occur during the recruitment process. Our benefits package includes:

• Generous retirement contributions
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick leave
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) days and funding
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Loan repayment options (state and federal, if eligible)

For further details on loan forgiveness options, please refer to the following resources:

• Physicians for a Healthy California
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Please note that residency in California is required by the start date.