Rheumatologist

Bakersfield, CaliforniaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$325,000 – $400,000Pay listed on source · unverified
RheumatologyFull-timebalanced schedule · minimal call requirements

Overview

Location
Bakersfield, California
Schedule
Balanced schedule · Minimal call requirements
Source-listed pay
$325,000 – $400,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Multispecialty group · Hospital system affiliated medical group

Role summary

Dignity Health Medical Group in Bakersfield, CA seeks a General Rheumatologist for mainly outpatient clinical care with a balanced schedule and minimal call. The compensation includes a salary guarantee of $325,000 to $400,000 plus productivity bonus and benefits.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Primarily office-based (outpatient)
  • Patient population: Large, diverse population in Bakersfield, CA

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$325k–$400k
Physician-reported total comp$353k–$369k · $360k median
$316kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$409k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$325,000 – $400,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
s largest hospital system. We are offering a competitive salary guarantee in the range of $325,000 - $400,000, with excellent earning potential through a salary guarantee period and productivity bonus.
Observed
1 mo ago
Compensation model
Hybrid
Next steps

Employer

CommonSpirit Health

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EHR
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Source
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Multispecialty group
Facility type
Hospital system affiliated medical group
Patient population
Large, diverse population in Bakersfield, CA
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
California
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Multispecialty group

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $325,000–$400,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
balanced schedule
Call burden
minimal call requirements
Inpatient / outpatient
primarily office-based (outpatient)

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
85%

Full description

Job Summary and Responsibilities Dignity Health Medical Group seeks General Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, CA As our General Rheumatologist, you will join Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, a thriving multispecialty practice within Dignity Health Medical Foundation, playing a pivotal role in providing essential musculoskeletal and autoimmune care to a vibrant community. You will practice alongside a highly respected team of specialists, contributing to exceptional patient outcomes within Bakersfield, California. You will provide expert clinical care primarily in an office-based setting, benefiting from a balanced schedule and minimal call requirements. With dedicated clinical support staff and robust, well-established referral patterns serving a large, diverse population, you will have the opportunity to build a high-impact practice and significantly influence the health and well-being of your patients. To be successful in this role, you will be a BC/BE Rheumatologist with a commitment to collaborative, compassionate patient care and a desire to contribute to a well-established and growing practice aligned with California's largest hospital system. We are offering a competitive salary guarantee in the range of $325,000 - $400,000, with excellent earning potential through a salary guarantee period and productivity bonus. You will also receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, a CME stipend, generous time off, bonus potential, and more. Job Requirements Required Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship. Board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology Active or eligible license in the state of California Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment A commitment to the Dignity Health mission of "Kindness, Humanity, and Compassion." Where You'll Work Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield is dedicated to delivering high-quality, coordinated care through a culture rooted in dignity, collaboration, and humankindness. Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit® , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

About Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield, California offers an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and personal lifestyle. Physicians enjoy a lower cost of living compared to coastal California, spacious housing, and a family-friendly environment.
  • Easy access to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada mountains
  • Abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, fishing, and weekend getaways
  • Growing dining, arts, and cultural scene
  • Strong sense of community with excellent schools and neighborhoods
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved and appreciative community
  • Bakersfield allows you to focus on what matters most-your patients, your family, and your quality of life.
  • See what our Regional Medical Director has to say about us HERE !
  • Pay Range
  • $325,000 - $400,000 /year