Job Description

At NorthBay Health, we are looking for a Board-Certified, Licensed Urgent Care Physician to join our respected health system in Northern California.

Our Urgent Care centers provide high-quality, immediate care for non-life-threatening conditions, with compassionate staff and easy access to a comprehensive network of specialists if needed. As part of our team, you’ll be integral in delivering timely care to patients in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

NorthBay Health is ideally situated between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento, providing residents with abundant recreational and leisure options that promote a healthy, active lifestyle.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Practice Description:

• Urgent Care Locations: American Canyon, Benicia, Dixon, Rio Vista, Winters, Vacaville, Fairfield CA
• Hours of business: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday , Sundays, Weekends 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities: Outpatient only
• Call Ratio: Balanced call ratio shared among physicians and sites
• Daily Patient Census: Average 20-40 patients per day
• Equipment/Resources: Access to state-of-the-art medical equipment and comprehensive resources
• Provider Support: Collaborative team of physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Consult with patients to assess urgent care needs and determine appropriate treatment plans
• Recommend and order diagnostic tests to evaluate illnesses and injuries
• Monitor lab results and medication adherence
• Prescribe treatments, therapies, medications, and vaccinations as necessary
• Educate patients and families on procedures, test results, and treatment options
• Refer patients to specialists when needed
• Actively participate in hospital committees and initiatives
• Collaborate with and supervise APPs to enhance patient care

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board-certified in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related field
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California
• Proven experience in urgent care or emergency medicine settings
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Income Guarantee at $354,000
• Full-time: 15 shifts per month - 1 shift: 10 hours
• APP Supervision: $12,000 per year per 1.0 FTE APP
• Signing Bonus: up to $30,000
• Retention Bonus (beginning at the completion of the 2nd year): up to $30,000 per year
• Relocation bonus: Up to $10,000 (based on location)
• Emphasis on positive work-life balance
• 0.5 -1.0 FTE Physicians eligible for comprehensive benefits, including Health, Dental, PTO, Sick Pay, Retirement Options.
• Opportunity to work within energized, collaborative clinical teams

Join Us: If you are passionate about providing outstanding urgent care and want to contribute to a supportive and innovative health system, we invite you to apply and become part of the NorthBay Health family. Together, we can enhance healthcare accessibility and excellence for our community.

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care.

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve.

This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.

As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.

NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.

As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

To learn more about NorthBay Health's benefits, diversity statement and community please visit https://www.northbay.org/careers/