Physician, Pain Management Job Listing at NorthBay Healthcare in Fairfield, CA (Job ID 4475)

Description

Schedule: 

• FTE is 1.0, 8 hours per day, Clinic: M-F 8-5

• Position will split time in the clinic and outpatient surgery center

Practice Environment

• Collaborative multidisciplinary team including:

1. On‑site Addiction Medicine physician

2. Three Pain Management physicians

3. Close working relationships with Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Surgery

• Referral base primarily from Primary Care
• Team‑based approach to opioid management and tapering, both independently and in partnership with referring providers
• Diverse patient population with significant medical and psychosocial comorbidities
• Comprehensive evaluation and longitudinal management of chronic pain patients
• Advanced opioid and non‑opioid medication management, including tapering
• Direct consultation and education for Primary Care providers
• Patient education focused on function, expectations, and shared decision‑making
• Extensive interventional opportunities, supported by a fully equipped ambulatory surgery center procedural suite, with full staffing and resources
• Ability to perform a wide range of procedures, including: 
• Basic injections (epidurals, nerve blocks, joint injections)
• More complex interventional pain procedures based on training and interest
• Flexibility to develop and expand procedural offerings within the scope of pain medicine
• Directly supervise mid-level practitioners (e.g., Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners).
• Participate in ongoing professional development and relevant training to maintain expertise in the field of addiction medicine.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation for patient care and billing.
• Provide high-quality care to patients, ensuring compliance with the standards and policies for the medical clinic.
• Monitor and comply with Quality Improvement Program indicators as directed by medical leadership.
• Assure proper follow-up of patients and coordination of specialty referrals, as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the Practice Manager to manage schedules, changes, and templates as appropriate.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Minimum of 2 years of post‑fellowship clinical experience
• Anesthesiology OR Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency with fellowship training in Pain Medicine (preferred).
• Board Certification or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology OR PM&R/Physiatry 
• Valid California Medical License 
• California DEA Certificate
• Comfortable practicing independently with strong clinical judgment
• Interest in shaping a practice that balances medication management, procedures, and education
• Strong communication skills with patients and referring providers

Compensation and Perks 

• W2 Employee Model, Income Guarantee 2 years $563K
• Production beginning year 3
• Sign-On Bonus $30,000
• Relocation $15,000 available for qualified candidates
• Retention bonus available after year 2 to year 5
• Work-life balance
• Collaborative and supportive clinical teams
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more