Primary Care Physician Opportunity - VA Outpatient Clinic, Chico, CA

Are you a compassionate and skilled Primary Care Physician seeking to serve those who have served our nation? The Northern California VA Health Care System (NCHCS) invites you to join our Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) at the Chico VA Outpatient Clinic. Enjoy a rewarding career with exceptional federal benefits, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in veterans' lives-all in the heart of beautiful Northern California.

About the VA's Mission:
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to honoring America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. As part of the nation's largest integrated health care system, VA physicians fulfill a noble calling-to serve those who have served our country. Your commitment as a Primary Care Physician directly supports this mission and will make a lasting impact in the Chico community.

Physician Position Overview
As a Primary Care Physician, you'll work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team, including other physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and support staff. Together, you'll deliver comprehensive and coordinated care to veterans. Strong computer skills are essential, as NCHCS utilizes a fully computerized system for documentation, order entry, and consultation requests.

Functions

• Primary Care: Clinical duties encompass approximately 80-100% of work time.

• Resident/Medical Student Teaching: Teaching responsibilities may comprise up to 20% of work time, as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for a panel of outpatients as assigned by NCHCS.

• Evaluate and treat acute and chronic health conditions for scheduled and unscheduled clinic patients.

• Conduct comprehensive histories and physical examinations.

• Document thoroughly, including history, physical exam findings, diagnosis, care plan, and patient disposition.

• Ensure patients are appropriately closed-out, including documentation of next steps, updated medication list, and appointment lists at the end of visits.

• Perform office procedures within approved privileges.

• Prescribe medications and provide medication counseling as indicated.

• Order and interpret routine laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic tests; communicate findings to patients.

• Initiate and expedite consultation and special test requests as needed.

• Screen patients to determine the need for hospitalization.

• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for residents and medical students in the clinic setting.

Why You Should Join Us:

1. Impactful Mission: Serve those who served-directly improve the health and quality of life for Veterans in Chico and the surrounding region.

2. Supportive, Collaborative Environment: Thrive within a dynamic team-based care model with multidisciplinary support and robust resources.

3. Work-Life Balance: Predictable schedules, minimal call, and generous paid leave to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

4. Competitive Compensation and Unmatched Federal Benefits:

   • Salary: $230,000-$324,000/year

   • Performance & Recruitment Bonus: Possible additional incentives

   • Annual Cost-of-Living Increase

   • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription-multiple options with coverage beginning Day 1

   • Retirement Benefits:

     • Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Secure government pension plan

     • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): Personal retirement savings, similar to a 401(k), with up to 5% VA matching (separate from pension)

     • Social Security benefits

   • Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in tax-free loan repayment over five years (location/eligibility may vary)

   • Paid Leave: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days CME leave per year

   • Life Insurance: Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)

   • Malpractice Protection: Free liability protection, including tail coverage

   • Continuing Medical Education (CME): Reimbursement available

5. Quality of Life - Live and Work in Chico, CA:
   Experience the best of Northern California in a vibrant college town known for its high quality of life, affordability, and friendly community spirit. Enjoy:

   • Proximity to scenic Bidwell Park with hiking, biking, and river activities

   • Access to local farmers markets, cultural festivals, music, theater, and arts

Ready to Make a Difference?

Take the next step in your professional journey and join us!!