Ambulatory Primary Care Physician Leader - RUHS Community Health Centers

County of Riverside, California

Riverside, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$317,990.40–$360,406.01 Per Year
SKILLS
Affordable Housing, Ambulatory Care, Background Investigation, Behavioral Health, California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), Cancer, Community Health, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Disability Insurance, Documentation, Educational Evaluation, Family Medicine, Genetics, Government, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Higher Education, Insurance, Internal Medicine, Laboratory Testing, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Examination, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Patient Care, Patient Care Denials, Physician Assistant, Physician Credential, Primary Care, Public Health, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Reporting Skills, Retirement Plan, State Laws and Regulations, Training Program, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Riverside, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Ambulatory Primary Care Physician Leader - RUHS Community Health Centers

Salary

$317,990.40 - $360,406.01 Annually

Location

Throughout Riverside County

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-57788- Western Region AL

Department

RUHS-Community Health Clinics

Opening Date

05/07/2025

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Riverside University Health System seeks physician candidates for the Community Health Centers located in the western and central regions of Riverside County. Current and future opportunities are located in Jurupa Valley, Mead Valley, Moreno Valley, Perris and the Mobile Health Unit.

If you are board-eligible or certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine and passionate about providing exceptional, state-of-the-art primary care to some of the most vulnerable and diverse patient populations in our region, we would like to meet with you!

Ambulatory Care Physician Leader benefits

  • Competitive salary currently up to $360K
  • Annual leave accrual and 11 paid county holidays
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • CALPERS pension plan
  • Malpractice Insurance coverage

The RUHS Community Health Centers are federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) located throughout Riverside County. Providers employed with the clinics may be eligible for numerous federal, state, and local student loan repayment programs.

About RUHS

RUHS is a large, county health system, comprised of the Medical Center, main campus specialty clinics, the Community Health Centers, and the departments of Behavioral and Public Health. The collegial relationships within the health system allow numerous opportunities for physicians interested in serving, training, teaching, and learning. Precepting opportunities are available within most clinics. Visit the RUHS channel on YouTube for more information.

About Riverside County

Riverside County is located in Inland Southern California, approximately an hour from Los Angeles and 2 hours from San Diego. Whether it is a stroll through historic downtown Riverside, an afternoon in Temecula's wine country, or a round of golf on a world-class course in Palm Springs, Riverside County has something for everyone. Riverside County offers more affordable housing, a thriving, diverse, and progressive community, excellent higher education, and the hidden gem of the Joshua Tree National Park!

Things to do

  • Close proximity to Big Bear Lake and Idyllwild for winter activities
  • Amazing hiking trails throughout Riverside County
  • Historic Mission Inn Hotel located in Downtown Riverside
  • Close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park
  • Beach cities are less than 1 hour away

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Conduct medical examinations for patients; diagnose medical conditions; screen for and provide resources as needed for social determinates of health; order diagnostic testing; prescribe and administer treatment and/or medication.
  • Assist in directing and supervising the work of residents, interns and medical students in an assigned field.
  • Act as a resource to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the group.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in all actions, including interpersonal skills, as well as compliance with RUHS policies and organizational objectives, including organizational mission and values.
  • Maintain documentation of care to substantiate coding, in accordance with standards required by Joint Commission, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), state, and federal guidelines; maintain appropriate records and complete medical documentation, including review of labs and diagnostic testing within the RUHS policy guidelines.
  • Consult with members of other agencies concerning problems related to the operation of public health programs.
  • Act as the primary consultant to staff regarding the medical aspects of the public health programs; review public health programs to ensure compliance with state policies and regulations.
  • Instruct Registered Nurses and other medical staff in the care and treatment of patients; determine necessity for referral and refer persons requiring special diagnostic procedures or treatment to appropriate sources.
  • Participate in clinical quality programs, including responsibility for own quality metrics and compliance with RUHS policy and state and federal requirements; address patient quality metrics at each clinical encounter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Successful completion of a residency training program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) OR by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA. ).

License/Certificate:

Possession of a current valid Physicians and Surgeons Certificate issued by the State of California without restrictions.

Possession of a current valid Drug Enforcement Agency registration.

Board eligible/Board certified.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of modern medicine; current techniques, procedures and equipment applicable to primary care or the specialized medical field; principles of effective supervision.

Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate specialized medical services; perform specialized medical services; supervise and instruct professional and technical personnel; develop and present educational programs for medical students, interns, resident physicians, and ancillary medical staff; maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports; work effectively with staff, patients and others.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For additional information regarding this recruitment, please contact the recruiter Angela Levinson at 951-955-5562 or alevinson@rivco.org.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  • A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours

36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

  • Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..

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Are you currently enrolled in, or have you successfully completed a residency training program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) OR by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

  • Yes, I am currently a Resident Physician.
  • Yes, I have successfully completed my residency training program.
  • No, I am not a physician.

02

Do you have a current and unrestricted Physicians and Surgeons license issued by the State of California (or an out of state physicians license)?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have a DEA certificate and National Provider Identification Number?

  • Yes
  • Not at this time, but am in the process of obtaining.
  • No

04

Are you currently board certified or board eligible in your respective specialty?

  • Yes, I am board certified.
  • Yes, I am board eligible.
  • No, I am not board certified or board eligible at this time.

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

Website http://www.rc-hr.com

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County of Riverside, California