Physician - Family / Internal Medicine Physician

Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access

DNCHC Del Norte Community Health Center

Join Our Mission-Driven Team

At Open Door Community Health Centers, we provide every patient with compassionate, whole-person care through our Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, and Pharmacy services across California's North Coast. We are looking for a Primary Care Physician to join our integrated care team at Del Norte CHC, in Crescent City, California.

Why Join Open Door?

• Outpatient practice with excellent work-life balance
• Flexible scheduling
• No hospital call
• Teaching, mentorship, and leadership opportunities

Practice at Del Norte Community Health Center – Open Door Community Health Centers

The Primary Care Physician provides comprehensive, patient-centered outpatient care for a panel of patients across the lifespan in a rural Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting. Practicing to the full extent of their training and scope, the physician diagnoses, treats, and manages acute and chronic medical conditions, emphasizes preventive care, and coordinates specialty services when needed. Working as part of an interdisciplinary care team, the physician plays a critical role in improving access to high-quality healthcare for an underserved rural community, helping patients receive timely, comprehensive care close to home and reducing the need to travel outside the region for essential medical services.

Live in Crescent City, California

Crescent City Community Health Center, part of Open Door Community Health Centers, is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving California’s North Coast. Since opening its doors in 1971, Open Door has expanded access to care and built lasting connections within the communities it serves.

Located in the coastal community of Crescent City in Del Norte County, this area is defined by its beautiful bay, surrounding redwoods, and strong sense of community. Residents, alongside neighboring Tribal communities, are deeply engaged in strengthening and supporting the region.

While more remote, this site offers providers the opportunity to practice collaborative, relationship-centered care within a team-based model while serving a diverse and underserved population. Providers build trusted, long-term relationships with patients, playing an integral role in improving access to care in a rural setting.

The community is supported by a local hospital system, regional air service, and proximity to southern Oregon, offering connectivity while maintaining a small-town coastal feel.

Education and Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited residency program in a primary care specialty (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Geriatrics)
• Minimum of 2–5 years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in outpatient or community health settings, including experience providing preventive care and management of acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations prior to hire date

• Current, active, and unrestricted California medical license
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in a relevant specialty
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, relocation assistance, CME, sign on bonus, retention payments, & access bonuses.

Compensation: $$234,635.20 to $267,624.00

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About Us

Open Door Community Health Centers was founded in 1971 and is dedicated to providing healthcare and education to the residents of Humboldt County, Del Norte County, and surrounding rural areas. We offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including Primary Medical Care, Pediatric Services, Chronic Illness Management, Dental Care, Pregnancy, Prenatal Services, and more.

Recognizing the critical importance of accessibility, we proactively identify areas with unique healthcare needs and extend our high-quality healthcare services and educational programs to individuals who face obstacles such as financial constraints, geographical isolation, or social barriers.

Open Door Community Health Centers has earned recognition as one of the best places to work in Humboldt County. Our focus on employee well-being includes offering free monthly online therapy sessions, interactive training opportunities, educational programs, and various employee appreciation events throughout the year. We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, to all full-time employees and some part-time employees.

For those looking to embark on a new career in the medical or dental fields, Open Door offers paid training for many entry-level positions. Explore our list of open positions today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us!

E-Verify

Open Door participates in the E-Verify program. This means we use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees by electronically verifying information from their Form I-9 with the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.

Participation in E-Verify is voluntary for our organization, but we are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workforce.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:
Open Door Community Health Centers does not discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

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