Urgent Care Physician Needed in Santa Cruz, California
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Job description
Urgent Care Medicine in Santa Cruz, California
Step into a patient-focused clinical setting where your expertise is valued and your day-to-day workflow is fully supported. This opportunity allows you to deliver high-quality acute care within a respected healthcare network while maintaining complete professional autonomy. Positioned in a desirable coastal community, it is the ideal environment to advance your practice alongside a collaborative clinical team.
What You’ll Do
- Predictable 10-Hour Shifts: Work an efficient 180-shift annual footprint with no overnight hours and standard clinic times from 9am to 7pm.
- Low-Acuity Outpatient Focus: Manage an average volume of 20–30 patients per day (ages 3 months and up) covering simple trauma, suturing, splinting, and minor diagnostic workups.
- Turnkey Practice Infrastructure: Utilize on-site X-ray, lab draw stations, and a dedicated team of five clinical partners, and RN, MAs, and APPs.
- Student Loan Program Access: Benefit from practicing within an eligible organization for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) support.
Who You Are
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Urgent Care
- Possess or eligible for an active California medical license
- Comfortable with standard outpatient procedures (suturing, splinting, minor biopsies, and IV placement)
- Spanish language proficiency is welcomed, though not required
Total Rewards Package
- Guaranteed base salary of $376,200 plus incentive-based production bonuses
- Up to $40,000 sign-on bonus plus up to $20,000 in relocation support
- Annual CME allowance and comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) retirement plan featuring employer matching contributions
About the Community Situated along the scenic Monterey Bay coastline, this region offers an ideal blend of seaside relaxation and northern California convenience. Residents enjoy quick access to oceanfront redwood forests, mild year-round temperatures, and exceptional outdoor recreation ranging from surfing to hiking. Located about 30 minutes from San Jose International Airport, the area boasts excellent local schools, rich agricultural markets, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Apply today to see how this role can support the career and lifestyle you want.