
Southern California Permanente Medical Group
Hematologist/Oncologist I $300K Sign On I Kaiser Permanente California
Bakersfield, CA
Job Highlights
Hematologist/Oncologist Opening in Bakersfield, California (Kern County) at Kaiser Permanente – Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG)
SCPMG is a physician-led, patient-centered organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence‑based care.
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Schedule: Full-time
Salary Range: $568,375.00 to $588,039.00
Potential Premium Earnings: $25,656.00
Highlights:
- -$300K Advance on Pay Bonus
- -$200K towards housing (Merit-based housing allowance)
- -Up to $10K Relocation assistance
- -PSLF eligible organization
- -Pension, 401K & partnership investment plan
- -CME days and paid time off
- -Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- -100% employer-paid medical insurance premiums
- -Malpractice and tail coverage included (professional liability coverage)
- -Shareholder/partnership track offering long-term financial stability
- -Affordable housing and excellent cost of living
- -Easy access to Los Angeles, Northern California, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada
- -Ideal for physicians who enjoy outdoor recreation, family-friendly communities, and work-life balance
- -A growing medical community with strong leadership support
- -Partnership eligibility after 3 years
- -Predictable Schedules & Work-Life Balance
*Salary range includes incentives that are contingent upon skills, competencies, longevity, experience and geographic location.
- The earnings included in the salary range are contingent upon requisite Board Certification.
- Potential premium earnings may vary based on location.
- Annual Salary is determined by longevity with the Group and full time equivalent (FTE) work schedule/effort.
Flexible Schedule
No private practice burdens—no billing, no prior authorizations, no overhead
Position: Board Eligible/Board Certified Hematology/ Oncology
Practice Details: Our Hematology/ Oncology practice offers comprehensive care, including inpatient and outpatient services, robust surgical support, and on-site subspecialty assistance. We utilize an integrated electronic medical record system and provide tailored mentorship for early career physicians.
Live and Work in Bakersfield, California
Experience the perfect blend of affordability, sunshine, and community in the heart of Southern California. Enjoy year-round outdoor living, family‑friendly neighborhoods, top‑rated schools, and quick access to mountains, national parks, and vibrant city centers—all with a relaxed, welcoming small‑city feel.
Join Us
If you’re seeking a stable, well-supported career with outstanding compensation, predictable schedules, and opportunities for long-term growth, SCPMG offers a truly rewarding path.
- Full Scope Hem/Onc practice including inpatient and outpatient clinical duties
Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
The comprehensive benefits and longevity based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians to focus on what they do best – provide their patients with exceptional care.
• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Supplemental medical coverage
• Special dependent coverage
• Vacation/holiday/sick/education time and leave (prorated to work schedule)
• Retirement and savings plans
• Relocation package
• Professional liability coverage
Questions? Contact below.
Wulfrano (Wulf) Pineda Talent Acquisition Consultant II Southern California Permanente Medical Group 626-718-7378 (mobile)
wulfrano.x.pineda@kp.org
About Southern California Permanente Medical Group
Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is fortunate to have 65 years of stability and experience in delivering high-quality, innovative health care centered around the patients. With sub-specialists in virtually every area of medical and surgical practice, Southern California Permanente Medical Group - Kaiser Permanente is home to more than 10,000 physicians serving over 4.7 million members. We feature 14 accredited state-of-the-art medical centers and more than 235 satellite medical offices.
The philosophy and beliefs of Southern California Permanente Medical Group are rooted in the founding principles of the Kaiser Permanente integrated managed care partnership established in 1945 between physicians and the Kaiser Foundation. That word – partnership – is important. We are a physician-led partnership with a mission to transform the practice of medicine.
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Compensation Details
$568K–$588K
Partnership of SCPMG • Transition to a Partner/Owner of SCPMG • Eligible after three consecutive years of full-time employment (six consecutive years of part-time employment) • Increased benefits (e.g. compensation, retirement, life insurance) • Voting rights on organizational decisions *Annual Salary will be based on longevity with the Group and FTE work schedule/effort Equal Employment Opportunity External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status
Posted July 22, 2026