University of California, Irvine·Los Alamitos, California
The Clinical Associate Physician is responsible for examining, diagnosing, and treating patients within the Emergency Department. They must also ensure all patient documentation and billing forms meet departmental and regulatory compliance standards.
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S.
News & World Report.
The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot.
Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.
It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The Clinical Associate will primarily provide patient care services at the Emergency Department at UCI Health – Los Alamitos with the potential to work at other sites in the future. Clinical Associate is expected to comply with all compliance standards, complete all required trainings, and follow proper documentation process to meet the standards of the Compliance Office and Medicare regulations.
Your Role on the Team
1. Examine, diagnose and provide treatment for Emergency Department patients.
2. Complete all necessary paperwork and patient documentation within departmental standards.
3. Complete patient encounter forms and meet the requirements outlined in the Professional Fee Billing (IL372) Compliance Plan
4. Maintain UCI Medical Staff Privileges, UCI Medical Group active membership
Schedule: 128 hours per month (1,536 hours per year)
$315,964 - $406,183 (depending on years of experience) with a potential for a year-end incentive Benefits eligible base salary compensation based on MSP level for a Clinical Associate Physician is $315,964 - $406,183. In addition, candidates have the potential to earn additional compensation through incentive eligibility on top of the base salary contingent on performance and experience.
What It Takes to be Successful
Must possess an MD, DO, or equivalent degree Board certification/board eligibility in Emergency Medicine Must Possess/ be eligible for an unrestricted CA Medical License California DEA registration Ability to work with minimal supervision Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work under pressure in a fluid, fast-paced work environment Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to problem solve objectively Experienced in providing and/or oversight of care.
Ability to obtain UCI med staff credentials Total Rewards In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship: Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree and be board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine. An unrestricted California Medical License and DEA registration are required.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.