Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access
FeCHC Ferndale Community Health CenterCompensation:
Physician: $234,635.20 to $267,624.00
PA/NP: $148,627.20 to $168,553.60
Join Our Mission-Driven Team
Open Door Community Health Centers (ODCHC) is seeking a dedicated Family Physician or Advance Practice Physician to join our team at Ferndale Community Health Center, located in the heart of the Eel River Valley in beautiful Ferndale, California.
Why Open Door
Position Summary - Physician
The Family Physician assesses and evaluates the health care needs of patients, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages care, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for a mission-driven physician seeking meaningful, relationship-based care in a rural community setting.
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Position Summary - APC
The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates patient health needs, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages care, and contributes to the overall quality and effectiveness of clinical services. This position is ideal for a clinician who values teamwork, patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a rural community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
About Ferndale Community Health Center
Ferndale is a charming Victorian village surrounded by redwood forests, ocean views, and rolling pastures. The clinic offers a full range of outpatient primary care services, emphasizing long-term patient relationships and community connection. Providers enjoy strong site and organizational support while living in one of Northern California’s most scenic and family-friendly small towns.
Make a Difference in a Community That Values You
Federally Qualified Health Centers participate in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program. Clinicians who serve at least two years full-time at an FQHC can receive up to $75,000 in tax-free loan repayment (or up to $100,000 in some Substance Use Disorder Workforce categories). Half-time service is also eligible at a reduced award. Eligibility extends to NPs, PAs, CNMs, CRNAs, and physicians with qualifying education debt.
Estimate your award with the loan repayment calculator →California is a full practice authority state — Nurse Practitioners can evaluate, diagnose, prescribe, and manage treatment without a collaborative or supervisory agreement.
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