Rheumatologist - Bakersfield, CA

Adventist Health Central Valley Network is looking for a Rheumatologist to join its medical group in Bakersfield, California.

This is mainly an outpatient clinic position where you'll diagnose and treat patients with rheumatic diseases. You'll have support from primary care physicians who can refer patients to you, helping you build a busy practice.

What You'll Do

• See patients in the clinic
• Treat arthritis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and related conditions
• Work with a team of physicians and healthcare professionals
• Occasionally provide hospital consultations when needed
• Help grow rheumatology services in the community

Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Completed a Rheumatology fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
• California medical license (or able to obtain one)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $262,208–$356,843+ per year
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• CME (Continuing Medical Education) allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Potential loan repayment assistance
• Malpractice insurance covered
• License and certification reimbursement

About Bakersfield

Bakersfield is a growing city in California's Central Valley with:

• More affordable housing than Los Angeles or the Bay Area
• Family-friendly neighborhoods
• Access to hiking, camping, mountains, and national parks
• High demand for specialty physicians, which can help you build a successful practice

Total compensation may vary based on productivity, call coverage, administrative responsibilities, and performance incentives following the initial guarantee

Apply to learn more about our total compensation* and benefits!

*Total compensation may vary based on additional services, including call coverage, administrative services, performance bonus, etc. Compensation may also vary based on productivity after initial guarantee period.

Thank you for your consideration of us here at Adventist Health.

AHMG is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.