Advanced Practitioner (PA-C or FNP-C) - Central CHC
Company: Clinica Sierra Vista
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Clinica Sierra Vista is one of
the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in California and
the nation, having earned the trust of its patients, partners and
the communities it serves over a 47-year history distinguished by
rapid growth and innovation, exceptional primary-care physicians,
and a reputation for treating the most vulnerable residents with
respect and compassion. Clinica Sierra Vista , accredited by the
rigorous Joint Commission, serves patients at 31 health centers in
Fresno and Kern counties. Our services include Pediatric Care,
Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management,
Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS
testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services.
We partner with local governments, social services departments,
businesses and nonprofit leaders to address the full range of needs
for our patients. Our dedicated providers and staff make Clinica
Sierra Vista an ideal place to call your medical home. We're
looking for someone to join our team as an Advanced Practice
Provider who: Is responsible for providing medical services for the
patients of Clinica Sierra Vista and includes the following:
Patient evaluation, which should include histories both brief
(interval) and more thorough, histories on children, adults and the
elderly. Physical examinations: focused or thorough, as needed to
define patient problems adequately. Develop diagnoses or
differential diagnoses appropriate to patients’ complaints. Consult
with Physician when needed. Patient problem confirmation and
testing including the (ordering of laboratory tests, X-rays and
other diagnostic measure). Participate in the performance of the
necessary diagnostic maneuvers such as anoscopy examination, pelvic
examination and pap smears, electrocardiography, chest x-ray
interpretation and the ability to draw venous blood when needed.
Benefits: $150,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family
(begins on first day of employment) Sign-on bonus of up to $75,000
or Mortgage Subsidy up to $75,000. Paid CME Relocation
reimbursement Loan repayment through the NHSC. Malpractice coverage
through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act. Essential Functions :
Evaluate Patients for medication utilization or other therapeutic
or preventative measures. Counseling patients with respect to the
meaning of health problems, the usefulness and rationales of
laboratory and X-ray tests and the essentiality of preventative and
therapeutic steps. Suggest and help to implement referrals when
indicated. Carry out certain therapeutic and preventive maneuvers
including place and removing I.U.D.’S, fitting diaphragms, suturing
lacerations, and putting on casts for minor fractures. All of the
above activities are done in collaboration with Clinica’s
physicians per privileges granted. Participates in clinical
activities in all clinic sites on a scheduled basis, in the same
fashion as do physicians. Demonstrates good interpersonal abilities
with patients and associates. Participates in clinical
consultations with associates and continuing education both within
the institution and extramurally. Performs other work-related
duties as assigned. Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Please
review the job details below and then click “apply" or call/text
Noemi Cardenas at (661) 936-3457. Clinica Sierra Vista values human
rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes
that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of
thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare
industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an
organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to
attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce
where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures,
political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create
a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees
to provide the highest level of service to our community of
residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. Clinica Sierra
Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract
qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race,
color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status,
ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical
condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any
other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We
aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the
diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
Keywords: Clinica Sierra Vista, Simi Valley , Advanced Practitioner (PA-C or FNP-C) - Central CHC, Healthcare , Bakersfield, California
