Home Based Primary Care Physician

Overview

Experience Work-Life Harmony:
Home Based Primary Care Physician Opportunity in Chico, CA. Join Our Distinguished Team as a Home-Based Primary Care Physician at the VA Northern California Health Care System, Chico Clinic. The VA Northern California Health Care System invites you to be part of a team delivering high-quality home-based primary care to veterans, in Chico, CA.

The Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Physician and Patient Care Manager (PCM) will work under general supervision to provide primary care to veteran beneficiaries. Duties include examination, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various medical conditions, as well as overseeing non-credentialed healthcare providers. The role requires Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Practice and BLS certification.

• Serve as Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Physician and Primary Care Manager (PCM) for veterans.
• Provide primary care services including examination, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment across various medical domains (medical, surgical, gynecological, pediatric, orthopedic).
• Requires Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Practice.

• Conduct physical examinations to determine the presence and extent of diseases, injuries, or conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., laboratory tests, x-rays).
• Diagnose and prescribe treatment plans, including referrals to specialists or hospitals.
• Handle complex cases by referring to higher authorities for consultative or diagnostic advice.
• Oversee non-credentialed healthcare providers, and potentially supervise Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Physician Assistants (PAs).

• Reduce simple fractures, perform emergency deliveries, joint aspiration/injection.
• Conduct ECGs and interpret initial results, interpret basic radiographs.
• Perform regional anesthesia, splinting/casting/immobilization of simple fractures, crisis intervention, and provide basic life support (BLS).

• Impactful Work:
  Provide comprehensive, patient-centered home-based primary care to the veteran population, ensuring their health and well-being. Your expertise and dedication will directly impact the lives of veterans, making a meaningful difference every day.
• State-of-the-Art Facility:
  Work within a modern, well-equipped system that supports advanced primary care diagnostics and treatments. Our commitment to excellence means you ll have access to the latest medical technologies and resources, empowering you to deliver top-notch care.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Join a dynamic team of esteemed professionals who value collaboration and continuous improvement. Share knowledge, innovate together, and benefit from a multidisciplinary approach that includes experts from various fields working in unison to provide comprehensive care.
• Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary:
  Competitive range of $230,000 to $324,000 per year.
• Performance Bonus:
  Additional performance-based incentives.
• Recruitment Incentive:
  Attractive recruitment incentive to help ease your transition into the role.
• Annual Cost of Living Increase:
  Adjustments to keep salary competitive with inflation.
• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits with multiple plan options.
• Retirement Benefits: FERS pension, TSP with employer match up to 5%, and Social Security.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP):
  Up to $200,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over five years.
• Paid Time Off: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days for CME training.
• Life Insurance: FEGLI coverage.
• Malpractice Liability Protection:
  Tail coverage provided.
• CME:
  Reimbursement for CME expenses.

The VA Northern California Health Care System is committed to a supportive work environment with flexible scheduling, comprehensive support services, and a collaborative culture that promotes work-life balance.

Chico is a vibrant community known for its history, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful surroundings.

For additional information or to connect with our Human Resources team, please contact the VA HR department.

$230,000 to $324,000 annually.