OverviewDignity Health Medical Group - Stockton , a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a dynamic multi-specialty group with over 30 physicians and advanced practitioners and still growing. We are affiliated with St. Joseph’s Medical Center (http://www.stjosephscares.org/) , a 360-bed regional hospital, and St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health (http://www.stjosephscanhelp.org/) , with both outpatient and inpatient services.We are looking for a BE/BC Psychiatrist to join our busy Psychiatry practice located in our North Stockton clinic in Stockton, CA.Practice Highlights Include:
Full scope practice (telehealth available)
Outpatient with optional call
One clinic location (Brookside)
Salary guarantee period and excellent earning potential based on productivity model
Enjoy this sunny California valley's lower cost of living areas with easy access to San Francisco, Napa, Monterey, and Lake Tahoe
Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HECCommunity DescriptionTree-shaded streets, beautiful parks, sports, challenging golf courses, after-school playgrounds, and arts await you and your family in California’s Central Valley. Stockton is one of California’s fastest growing communities, with a dynamic, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural population of nearly 370,000. It is 83 miles east of San Francisco and 45 miles south of Sacramento. Stockton offers outstanding recreational opportunities, including a professional baseball team, an Olympic size ice rink, beautiful parks, bicycle paths and the Delta, which provides thousands of miles of waterways for water skiing, sailing and other water activities. Opportunities abound to enjoy music, theater, dance, literary events, and local opera and symphony groups. Stockton is home to several well-known institutions of higher learning, including the University of the Pacific and California State University Stanislaus-Stockton.ResponsibilitiesPatient Care:
Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
Communication:
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Provide clear and concise medical information.
Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
Documentation:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
Perform procedures as needed
Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
Team Collaboration:
Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
Quality Improvement:
Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
Compliance:
Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
Continuous Learning:
Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications
A valid and unrestricted California medical license
Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program
Pay Range$136.00 - $158.00 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
