Experience Work-Life Harmony: Home Based Primary Care Physician Opportunity in Chico, CA

Join Our Distinguished Team as a Home-Based Primary Care Physician at the VA Northern California Health Care System, Chico Clinic!

Are you driven by a passion for home-based primary care and a commitment to serving our nation's heroes? The VA Northern California Health Care System invites you to be a part of our exceptional team in delivering high-quality home-based primary care to veterans. Located in Chico, CA, you'll find a rewarding career and a vibrant community to call home.

Home Based Primary Care Physician Role Overview:

The Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Physician and Patient Care Manager (PCM) will work under general supervision to provide primary care to veteran beneficiaries. Duties include examination, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various medical conditions, as well as overseeing non-credentialed healthcare providers. The role requires Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Practice and BLS certification.

Key Responsibilities

1. Serve as Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Physician and Primary Care Manager (PCM) for veterans.
2. Provide primary care services including examination, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment across various medical domains (medical, surgical, gynecological, pediatric, orthopedic).
3. Requires Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Practice.

Clinical Duties:

1. Conduct physical examinations to determine the presence and extent of diseases, injuries, or conditions.
2. Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., laboratory tests, x-rays).
3. Diagnose and prescribe treatment plans, including referrals to specialists or hospitals.
4. Handle complex cases by referring to higher authorities for consultative or diagnostic advice.
5. Oversee non-credentialed healthcare providers, and potentially supervise Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Physician Assistants (PAs).

Procedures:

1. Reduce simple fractures, perform emergency deliveries, joint aspiration/injection.
2. Conduct ECGs and interpret initial results, interpret basic radiographs.
3. Perform regional anesthesia, splinting/casting/immobilization of simple fractures, crisis intervention, and provide basic life support (BLS).

Why You Should Join Us:

1. Impactful Work
2. State-of-the-Art Facility
3. Collaborative Environment
4. Competitive Compensation and Unmatched Benefits:

• Enjoy a competitive salary range of $230,000 to $324,000 per year, designed for your well-being and peace of mind.
• Performance Bonus: Additional performance-based incentives.
• Recruitment Incentive: Attractive recruitment incentive to help ease your transition into the role.**

1. Work-Life Balance and Supportive Workplace
2. A Commitment to Innovation and Excellence
3. Make a Lasting Difference

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in making a difference. Honor the service, empower veteran health, and live life to the fullest in Chico, CA!

About Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.