Primary Care Physician

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is seeking a full-time Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine) to join our dynamic team. As part of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest health systems, we are dedicated to building ongoing relationships with patients to provide the best care possible. We are currently home to over 20 dedicated providers and are proud to be affiliated with St. Joseph’s

Medical Center.

Practice Highlights:

• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable Monday – Friday schedule with no nights and no weekends required
• Flexible
  
  Schedule:
  
  Choose between a 5 or 4‑day work week
• Optional Evening Clinics: For physicians interested in expanded access or alternative hours, the option to run an evening clinic is available, but entirely up to your preference
• Tailored Clinical Interests: Enjoy the autonomy to shape your practice scope based on your passions.
• Office‑based procedures: (such as joint injections, dermatologic procedures, or women’s health) are encouraged for those interested, but are not required
• True Comprehensive Care: Join a multidisciplinary team providing outpatient care at our March Lane clinic. (Scope of practice is determined by specialty: full‑spectrum for Family Medicine; adult/geriatric focus for Internal Medicine)
• Diverse Clinical Scope: Opportunity to manage a wide variety of cases, including women’s health, weight management, mental health counseling, and preventive medicine
• Chronic Disease Management: High‑impact work managing complex conditions including diabetes, hypertension, thyroid conditions, and arthritis
• No Call: 100% outpatient practice with no hospital call or rounding

Opportunity Highlights:

• Academic Environment: We are proud to host both Internal Medicine and Family Medicine Residency Programs, fostering a vibrant clinical learning environment
• Mentorship: Join a supportive environment with a team of providers available to offer procedural training and clinical guidance
• Culture: Be part of the ‘Hello human kindness’ culture that prioritizes human connection
• Location: Live and work in sunny California with easy access to San Francisco, Napa, Monterey, and Lake Tahoe
• Network: Robust administrative backing and established referral networks to advanced specialists within Dignity Health

Competitive Compensation and Benefits package includes:

• Guaranteed Salary: $246,755 – $296,789 / Year for the first two years
• Sign‑on Bonus up to $125,000
• Student loan repayment option available
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Relocation Assistance of $20,000
• Comprehensive Benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) matching and retirement planning
• Annual CME allowance and paid time off for education
• H‑1B visa sponsorship can be considered on a case by case basis

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency program
• Must possess or be eligible for an unrestricted California medical license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

Why Stockton, CA? Known for its San Joaquin Delta waterways, featuring boating, kayaking, fishing, and marina access, Stockton offers a lifestyle that blends outdoor recreation with Central Valley affordability. The area is also minutes away from Lodi wine country and benefits from a central Northern California location. Stockton is approximately 60‑90 minutes from the Bay Area, with convenient access to San Francisco, the East Bay, and major airports, making weekend trips, dining, and cultural events easily accessible.

Residents also enjoy proximity to Sacramento, regional farms and vineyards, and outdoor destinations such as the Sierra foothills, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe. With more attainable housing, family‑friendly communities, and year‑round access to recreation, Stockton provides a balanced California lifestyle — offering connection to the state’s most popular destinations without the congestion or cost of coastal living.