Medical Doctor

MD Job Description – Tehachapi

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First Valley Medical Group

First Valley Medical Group, a leading internal medicine practice in the Antelope Valley region of California,

seeks an experienced physician (MD or DO, Internal Medicine preferred) for our Tehachapi satellite office.

This is a full-time position providing high-quality primary care in a community-focused setting with support

from our Lancaster hub.

Company Overview

First Valley Medical Group operates as a large medical group specializing in HMO, ACO, and IPA managed

care medicine. The group provides evidence-based, innovative care for chronic conditions including

diabetes, hypertension, and COPD.

The practice maintains a strong commitment to patient-centered care, evaluating each patient holistically

and offering conservative treatment options whenever possible. With offices located in Lancaster, California

City, Quartz Hill, Palmdale, Rosamond, Boron, and Ridgecrest, First Valley Medical Group emphasizes

affordable, high-quality preventive and general health services to the communities it serves.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Primary Care Services: Deliver full-spectrum internal medicine and primary care

including preventive health services, acute and chronic disease management, physical examinations,

and health maintenance for adult patients in the Tehachapi community.

• Chronic Disease Management: Diagnose and treat conditions such as diabetes, hypertension,

COPD, arthritis, osteoporosis, hypothyroidism, angina, and dementia; develop evidence-based

treatment plans and provide ongoing patient monitoring.

• Onsite Testing and Diagnostics: Perform and interpret onsite breathing tests, heart monitoring, and

dementia testing; order and review laboratory and imaging studies as clinically indicated.

• Telehealth Collaboration: Collaborate with the main Lancaster clinical team via telehealth and secure

communication platforms for case consultation, specialist referrals, and care coordination.

• Managed Care Compliance: Ensure HMO, ACO, and IPA regulatory compliance; maintain quality

metrics and participate in value-based care initiatives and documentation requirements.

• Electronic Health Record Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in EHR

system (athenahealth preferred); ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and managed care

standards.

• Community Engagement: Build strong patient relationships within the Tehachapi community; support

local health outreach and educational initiatives to strengthen practice presence.

• Quality Improvement Participation: Engage in quality improvement projects, peer review, and

continuous learning to enhance patient outcomes and practice operations.Required Qualifications

• Medical Degree: MD or DO from accredited medical school.

• Licensure: Active, unrestricted California medical license; DEA certification.

• Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in primary care or internal medicine practice.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, preferably

athenahealth; ability to quickly learn and adapt to new clinical software and telehealth platforms.

• Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of HIPAA, managed care regulations, and medical practice

compliance standards.

• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong ability to interface

with patients, clinical staff, and administrative teams.

• Patient-Centered Approach: Demonstrated commitment to holistic, compassionate patient care with

focus on evidence-based medicine and shared decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rural or community practice settings

• Familiarity with HMO Medicare patient populations and managed care operations

• Spanish language proficiency

• Knowledge of ACO and IPA quality reporting requirements

• Experience with telehealth and remote care coordination

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary: $300,000 per year, commensurate with experience, including performance-based incentives

tied to quality metrics and patient satisfaction.

Schedule: Full-time position with flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.

Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Malpractice insurance coverage

• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave

• Continuing medical education (CME) allowance and paid CME time

• Professional development and conference attendance support

• Retirement plan contributions

• Employee wellness programs

Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a supportive satellite clinic environment in Tehachapi with administrative and clinical

support from the Lancaster main office. The successful candidate will be comfortable serving a community

patient population, working collaboratively with remote clinical teams, and supporting First Valley Medical

Group's mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the communities served.

Equal Opportunity

First Valley Medical Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive

workplace. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.