Northern California, Urgent/Prompt Care Physician Opening
Updated 9/18/26
Chico, California, United States
Physician
Urgent Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Northern California, Urgent/Prompt Care Physician Opening
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Position Overview
We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible physician to provide per diem Prompt Care coverage in Chico, California. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking flexible scheduling in a busy, collaborative outpatient urgent-care setting.
Position Highlights
Per diem coverage: 4–6 shifts per month
Eight-hour shifts; weekend availability is required
Average clinic volume of approximately 120 patients per day
Competitive compensation: $160 per hour, plus productivity incentive
Malpractice coverage provided
Responsibilities
Evaluate, treat, and triage patients requiring urgent or higher-level care
Perform minor procedures, including suturing, incision and drainage, foreign-body removal, splinting, treatment of sprains, minor burns, and fractures
Communicate clearly with patients and families regarding treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team caring for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine; other relevant specialties may be considered
Active California medical license or eligibility for California licensure
ACLS certification required
PALS certification preferred
Lifestyle and Community
300 days of sunshine annually
Outdoor amenities: Bidwell Park (3,600+ acres), hiking, biking, horseback riding
Thriving downtown: local restaurants, boutiques, concerts, farmers markets
Top-rated schools: public, charter, and private options
Easy access to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, Mt. Shasta, San Francisco, and the coast
RecruitWell's Core Values
Open communication
Sense of urgency
Teamwork
Accountability
Driven to win
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