Transitional Care Physician / IM Perioperative Medicine Specialist / - South Bay - Kaiser Permanente - Southern CA Medical Group

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 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible 

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

Highlights: 

This is a non-paneled position to provide both virtual and in-person medical care.

Transitional Care Internist experienced and able to provide care across a continuum of transitions:

1. Post-hospital and post-ER follow-up care for high-risk patients. The work will encompass the Transitional Care space to ensure the coordination and management of these patients in the appropriate setting.

2. Future Acute Ambulatory Treatment Center (AATC) for care of medically complex patients requiring acute care in an ambulatory setting.

Responsibilities:

The physician will assist the Bridge clinic in examining the following subset of patients:

1) POSH (Post-hospital/ED discharges), and

2) Complex Care patients (medically and socially complex patients requiring intensive case management 

The physician duties will also include working in the future Acute Ambulatory Treatment Center (AATC).  This center will provide the monitoring, intervention, and treatment of patients with exacerbation of disease (such as COPD, CHF), those in need of procedures, and infusions. The position will involve mentoring APP and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.  There will be a potential for evening and weekend duties involved.  

Additional Information

• MD/DO

• Board-certified or Board-Eligible Internal Medicine physician with active California and DEA license.

• Active or prior inpatient experience. 

About the area
Situated in the southwest corner of Los Angeles County, the South Bay is known for its beach cities and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. It is an ideal location for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and a calendar of local events. Physicians living here can take advantage of the miles of coastline including Hermosa, Manhattan, Redondo, and El Segundo beaches.

Working here
With a culture grounded in transformation, the South Bay service area is one of the most dynamic in the region. There is a great emphasis on development; physicians at all levels of seniority are encouraged to step up and lead. Trying a different approach to better outcomes is not only encouraged but supported. That we have a relatively young leadership team speaks to our efforts to open the higher ranks to new associates and partners. Opportunities abound to become involved in committees or in the community, in academics or research, and in clinical operations and purview. Our collegial, inclusive environment keeps the team connected and engaged, promoting a healthy work-life balance and supporting activities that span different age ranges and interests.