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Full Time Professional Rancho Mirage, CA, US
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1385
Salary Range: $280,000.00 To $310,000.00 Annually
Lifekind Health is looking for full-time Internal Medicine Physicians to join our team. Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care in a transdisciplinary team, contributing to the health and well-being of patients by delivering innovative and personalized medical solutions.
Our mission is to bring care that’s whole, human, and healing. Blending medical, behavioral, and lifestyle support into a single plan because restoring life takes more than a prescription.
At Lifekind Health we strive every day to live up to that definition by providing the best care possible for our complex patient population. Our team of medical doctors, psychologists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and dietitians work together within a revolutionary transdisciplinary model that addresses the quadruple aim of healthcare: enhancing patient experience, improving patient health, reducing healthcare costs, and increasing employee satisfaction. Learn more about us at .
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with rotating weekends; on-call weekends
Location: Rancho Mirage, San Jacinto, or Victorville, CA - must be open to float to any of our 8 clinics
Medical Evaluation and Management:
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations including history, physical examination, and medical decision-making
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as clinically indicated
Chronic Disease Management, CCM, and Risk Stratification:
Provide longitudinal management of patients with chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, obesity, chronic pain, behavioral health comorbidities)
Oversee and support Chronic Care Management (CCM) services, ensuring:
Appropriate patient identification and enrollment
Development and maintenance of comprehensive care plans
Ongoing clinical oversight of non-face-to-face care coordination services
Perform risk stratification and implement mitigation strategies for high-risk patients
Ensure appropriate monitoring, including laboratory testing, urine drug screening, and functional assessments
Value-Based Care (VBC) and Population Health:
Participate in Value-Based Care initiatives focused on:
Improving quality metrics and patient outcomes
Reducing emergency department visits and hospitalizations
Enhancing patient engagement and adherence to care plans
Collaborate with Population Health teams (RN, LVN, Care Coordinators, CHWs) to address:
Social determinants of health
Care gaps and preventative services
Support accurate attribution, documentation, and reporting of quality measures
Care Coordination and Transdisciplinary Integration:
Collaborate with transdisciplinary team members including: Advanced Practice Providers (APPs),Behavioral Health, Physical Reconditioning, Dietitians, Population Health staff
Participate in structured team communication processes (e.g., SCRUM, case reviews)
Ensure coordinated, patient-centered care across all services
Interventional and Specialty Care Support:
Evaluate and medically optimize patients for interventional procedures and advanced therapies
Provide medical clearance and risk assessment when indicated
Coordinate with specialty providers to ensure appropriate patient selection and continuity of care
APP Supervision and Collaboration (California Compliance):
Provide supervision and/or collaboration with Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) in accordance with California Business and Professions Code and applicable regulations
Maintain and adhere to written supervisory or collaborative agreements as required
Ensure appropriate availability for consultation, including in-person, telephonic, or electronic communication
Conduct periodic chart review, case discussion, and quality oversight consistent with organizational policy and state requirements
Support APP clinical decision-making, particularly in:
Complex or high-risk patients
Controlled substance prescribing
Interventional or advanced therapy referrals
Delegate services to APPs consistent with their scope of practice, training, and competency
Participate in onboarding, training, and ongoing competency validation of APPs
Documentation and Compliance:
Complete accurate and timely documentation for all encounters and CCM services
Medical necessity
CPT/ICD-10 coding accuracy
VBC quality reporting requirements
Finalize and sign records within established organizational timelines
Maintain compliance with CMS, payer, and regulatory requirements
Quality, Outcomes, and Performance:
Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives aligned with VBC models
Utilize clinical data, PROMs, and outcome measures to guide care decisions
Support organizational goals related to:
Care plan adherence
Collaboration and Clinical Oversight:
Provide clinical collaboration and support to Advanced Practice Providers
Participate in clinical meetings, case reviews, and organizational initiatives
Maintain professional communication and leadership within the care team
Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) required
Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of California
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Active DEA registration
Knowledge of chronic disease management and population health principles
Understanding of Chronic Care Management (CCM) and Value-Based Care (VBC) models
Ability to manage complex and high-risk patient populations
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Effective communication and collaboration within team-based care models
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
At Lifekind , we believe our employees deserve the best. Here’swhat you can look forward to when you join us:
Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance options for you and your family
Medical – Choice between three Cigna PPO plans (company pays 90% for employees and 50% for dependents!)
Dental offered through Principal Life Insurance Company
Vision offered through Principal and VSP Vision Care
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCSA)
Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability with medical enrollment
Employee Life, Spouse Life and Dependent Life
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Generous PTO (6 weeks of vacation including our 2 week shutdown at end of year)
Lifekind Health and Savas Software are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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