Description

Mountain Internal Medicine Physician | Rural California | $300K+ Potential
Full Time | Outpatient Internal Medicine | Community Health

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth’s LinkedIn
Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring an Internal Medicine Physician in Willow Creek, California.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• Mission-driven outpatient Internal Medicine opportunity serving a high-need rural Northern California population
• Collaborative, integrated primary care environment with extensive clinical support resources
• Opportunity to practice meaningful medicine while building long-term patient relationships within an underserved community
• Outpatient-only environment focused on quality care, continuity, and provider support
• Rural mountain setting surrounded by rivers, forests, and year-round outdoor recreation

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
• Base salary reaching $267,624 annually
• Additional annual bonus potential up to $44,000
• Access bonus paid biweekly for patient panel target achievement
• Partnership-track sign-on and retention bonuses totaling up to $100,000
• Federal loan repayment opportunities up to $300,000 available
• Strong six-month mentorship and onboarding program
• Integrated behavioral health, telepsychiatry, and specialty support resources built into care model

SCHEDULE
• Flexible full-time outpatient schedule
• 5x8 shift structure available
• Outpatient-only Internal Medicine practice
• Team-supported workflow environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Annual base salary: $234,635.20 – $267,624.00
• $12,400 annual access bonus paid biweekly for panel target achievement
• Up to $44,000 annual production bonus potential
• Partnership eligible sign-on structure:
    – $50,000 sign-on bonus
    – $25,000 retention bonus in year 2
    – $25,000 retention bonus in year 3
• Non-partnership sign-on structure available
• $10,000 relocation reimbursement
• Additional $10,000 relocation assistance for qualifying family relocation
• 29 days paid time off including CME, holidays, and sick time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $5,000 annual company credit card for licensing, DEA, CME, and equipment
• Laptop and cell phone provided
• Language differential pay available for Spanish-speaking providers
• NHSC and federal loan repayment eligibility ranging from $75,000–$300,000

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide outpatient-only Internal Medicine services to adult patient populations
• Manage chronic disease, preventative care, and complex primary care needs
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary support teams including MAs, RN support, behavioral health, and specialty consult resources
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team-based care planning
• Deliver compassionate, mission-driven healthcare to underserved rural communities

ENVIRONMENT
• Community-focused outpatient healthcare organization
• Integrated care delivery model with strong provider support
• Collaborative team culture with mentorship and onboarding resources
• Scenic Northern California mountain and river community lifestyle
• Excellent fit for providers seeking work-life balance and meaningful community impact

ABOUT HEARTLINE STAFFING
Heartline Staffing partners with leading healthcare organizations nationwide to connect mission-driven physicians with meaningful opportunities focused on patient care excellence, lifestyle balance, and long-term professional growth.

Requirements

• MD or DO REQUIRED
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine REQUIRED
• Active California medical license or ability to obtain REQUIRED
• Commitment to underserved and mission-driven care REQUIRED
• Strong collaboration and communication skills REQUIRED
• Comfortable practicing within outpatient team-based environment REQUIRED
• Interest in rural healthcare strongly preferred
• New graduates welcome
• Spanish-speaking candidates encouraged to apply

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many physicians prefer a brief confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.