Physicians (IM/FP)
$370,080 Time-Limited Board Certified
$352,272 Lifetime Board Certified
$334,524 Pre-Board Certified
$423,432 Time-Limited Board Certified*
$402,952 Lifetime Board Certified*
$382,542 Pre-Board Certified*
*Doctors at select locations receive additional 15% pay
About the Position:
Within a structured, multidisciplinary team, provide primary care that may include treatment related to:
- Routine Preventive Care
- Chronic disease management and education
- Public Health
- Addiction Medicine
- HIV/HCV Care
Here, physicians have access to the tools needed for successful delivery of care, including:
- Expansive Drug Formulary
- Comprehensive Care Guides
- Referrals to Specialty Care and Services
- Strong Nursing Teams
- Expansive Allied Health Services
But, most important are what CCHCS physicians don’t have:
- Insurance, Worker’s Comp, and Disability paperwork
- Unrealistic patient volume – most primary care physicians see fewer patients per day than their private sector/HMO colleagues and are able to take the time they need for appointments
- Missed time with friends and family – with a 40-hour workweek, CCHCS physicians are able to care for patients and themselves
Benefits:
In return for your skills, we offer all of the benefits that come with State of CA employment, including:
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- State of CA retirement that vests in 5 years (visit www.CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas)
- Paid insurance, license, and DEA renewal
- Dedicated assistance with visa sponsorship
- Relocation assistance for those new to State of CA service
- Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans (tax defer up to $49,000 - $65,000 per year)
- Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, the Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California
Requirements:
- CA Medical License
- IM/FP Certification
Department Information
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/ California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive and respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaboration efforts at all levels of the Department.
Department Website: https://cchcs.ca.gov/careers