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Posted: 21-Jun-26
Location: MERCED, California
Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our Endocrinologist Physician, you will join a growing, physician-led practice at Dignity Health Medical Group - Merced, playing a pivotal role in the continued success, design, and development of our regional Endocrinology service line.
You will provide expert outpatient and inpatient clinical care to adult patients, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of endocrine conditions including diabetes, thyroid diseases, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and metabolic bone diseases. You will also contribute significantly to shaping a robust care network in a highly collaborative environment.
To be successful in this role, you will be a BC/BE Endocrinology physician with a passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse community, strong clinical and diagnostic skills, and a commitment to building a premier service line within a supportive, mission-driven environment. This opportunity is structured to support an excellent work-life balance, offering a predictable Monday through Friday schedule with flexible hours and limited call requirements.
Deliver comprehensive clinical management for a wide variety of complex endocrine conditions, including diabetes (Types 1, 2, and gestational), thyroid diseases, and adrenal and pituitary disorders.
Perform diagnostic procedures such as thyroid ultrasounds and biopsies, and accurately interpret imaging studies to assess and diagnose endocrine disorders.
Partner and collaborate cross-functionally with a dedicated network of local family medicine, internal medicine, cardiology, and nephrology providers to manage complex, co-morbid patient cases.
Educate patients on managing chronic endocrine conditions independently, focusing heavily on modern lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and medication adherence.
We are offering the following incentives to eligible new hires:
Annual base salary ($300,000 - $330,000/year) plus productivity-based incentives
Sign-on bonus up to $40,000 and relocation assistance up to $20,000
100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for you and your family
Monday through Friday schedule with highly limited, family-friendly call constraints
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, generous paid time off, and annual CME allowance
Job RequirementsRequired
MD or DO degree with Board Certification or Eligibility in Endocrinology
California Medical License (or ability to obtain) and DEA Certification
Experience or interest in designing and developing a new endocrinology service line
Demonstrated interest in chronic disease management and preventive care
Excellent communication skills and commitment to team-based, patient-centered care
Ability to work independently and contribute to the establishment of a new endocrinology practice
Where You'll WorkDignity Health Medical Group - Merced (a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation) is closely affiliated with Mercy Medical Center in Merced, CA. We are a dedicated network of primary care and specialty physicians delivering unparalleled, compassionate care to our neighboring Valley communities. We operate under the unified banner of CommonSpirit Health(r) - One Community. One Mission. One California. - advancing health for all people.
Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit(r), one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
Discover Merced: Impactful Medicine & An Unmatched Quality of Life
Merced is a flourishing Central California city of 90,000+ that offers health care professionals a rare combination of a low-stress lifestyle, a highly affordable cost of living, and close proximity to major metropolitan hubs. Choosing to practice here means your work carries profound meaning; you will step directly into a purpose-driven role, expanding critical medical access to a deeply appreciative and deserving community that relies on our care.
Clinical Growth & Meaningful Impact: Anchored by a 190-bed community hospital and UC Merced, which is actively developing a brand-new medical school program. Here, you have the unique opportunity to be part of the solution to regional healthcare disparities while treating a wonderfully diverse patient population.
Exceptional Quality of Life: Experience the best of California living without the high-stress environment, heavy traffic, or congestion of major cities. Merced offers a warm, family-oriented community atmosphere where you can truly thrive both inside and outside of the clinic.
Cost of Living Advantage: Enjoy significantly lower housing costs and a highly competitive dollar-to-value ratio compared to coastal California markets, allowing you to build substantial equity while maintaining an expansive lifestyle.
Unmatched Location: Perfectly situated just 2 hours from San Francisco, Sacramento, and the scenic Monterey/Carmel coastline.
Outdoor Recreation: Gateway to Yosemite National Park, surrounded by premium 18-hole golf courses, and featuring 12+ miles of seamless, grade-separated city bike paths.
Arts & Culture: Home to a local orchestra, theater company, and vibrant regional festivals.