Physician (MD/DO) - Critical Care - $250,000 to $350,000 per year in Bakersfield, CA
Company: Curative
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: January 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Doctor of Medicine | Critical Care Location: Bakersfield, CA
Employer: Curative Pay: $250,000 to $350,000 per year Start Date:
ASAP About the Position Critical Care Medicine in Bakersfield,
California Join a stable intensivist team in California's Central
Valley, where you can practice in a well-supported ICU environment
with true shift-based scheduling and no call. This role offers
flexible scheduling, strong APP support, and visa sponsorship for
those who need it. Whether you're early in your career or an
experienced intensivist looking for predictable hours, this is a
balanced, full-time opportunity with room to grow. Practice Details
Team includes five physicians and two APPs across two adult ICUs
ICU census is roughly 90% medical and 10% surgical; no cardiac,
thoracic, or pediatric cases Each shift is staffed with a physician
and an NP, with plans to enhance coverage Cerner EMR is in place,
with transition to Epic within the year Schedule Full-time is
defined as 18 shifts per month Choose a day shift (6 AM-6 PM) or
night (6 PM-6 AM) schedule Options include 7-on/7-off or 4-on/4-off
No call; true time off when you're off shift Compensation &
Benefits Employed annual salary between $250,000-$350,000 for 1.0
FTE Negotiable sign-on bonus and relocation support Full benefits:
medical, dental, vision, retirement H1B and J1 visa sponsorship
available with in-house immigration counsel Candidate Requirements
Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Critical Care Open to new
graduates and experienced physicians Comfortable managing 15-25
adult ICU patients per shift Visa candidates encouraged to apply
About Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield offers an affordable,
family-friendly lifestyle with expanding medical programs and easy
access to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and multiple national
parks. The area features abundant outdoor recreation, a warm
climate, and a growing healthcare community. It's an ideal setting
for intensivists seeking stability, a reasonable cost of living,
and the flexibility to enjoy life outside the ICU. Contact us today
to learn how this role can support both your clinical goals and
your life beyond medicine.
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