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Hospitalist

**Job Summary and Responsibilities**

**Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican (https://www.dignityhealth.org/dhmf/about/network/dominican)** **,** a physician-led, patient-centered organization, is seeking a full-time **Hospitalist** to join our well-established, collegial team in beautiful **Santa Cruz, California** . This opportunity will be based at Dominican Hospital (https://www.dignityhealth.org/bayarea/locations/dominican) .

**Opportunity Highlights**

+ Collaborative, supportive team environment with strong physician leadership

+ Open ICU with no procedures or codes required (optional procedures if desired)

+ Blend of rounding and admitting/swing shifts with additional admitting/swing shifts available for extra compensation

+ Emphasis on quality of care and physician autonomy

+ Opportunity to precept and mentor APPs and residents

**Compensation & Benefits**

+ Competitive salary: $315-340k annually

+ Productivity-based bonus potential

+ Sign-on Bonus: $60,000

+ Relocation Assistance: $20,000

+ Full suite of benefits including:

+ 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage

+ Employer-sponsored pension and 401(k) with matching

+ CME allowance

+ Malpractice coverage

+ PSLF-eligible employer

**Job Requirements**

+ MD or DO

+ Board Eligible/Board Certified in Internal Medicine (ABMS or AOA)

+ California Medical License (or eligibility to obtain)

+ Completion of accredited Internal Medicine residency

**Where You'll Work**

Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican (https://www.dignityhealth.org/dhmf/about/network/dominican) , a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a well-established, physician-led medical group providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients in Santa Cruz County. We are affiliated with Dominican Hospital (https://www.dignityhealth.org/bayarea/locations/dominican) , a 222-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital recognized for superior quality and safety. Our affiliation with **Dignity Health** , one of the nation’s largest health systems, connects us to a robust network of medical resources and a shared commitment to excellent, patient-centered care.

**Dignity Health** is a member of **CommonSpirit®** , one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

**Community Description**

Santa Cruz, California is a coastal paradise known for its scenic beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and vibrant community. Nestled between redwood forests and the Pacific Ocean, the city offers over 300 days of sunshine a year, miles of beaches, world-class surf, and endless hiking and biking trails. Home to the University of California, Santa Cruz, the city also boasts a rich arts and cultural scene, excellent schools, and proximity to Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area.

**Pay Range**

$315,000 - $340,000 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


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