About This Role
This outpatient Sleep Medicine role in the Monterey Bay area offers a stable, high-compensation specialty environment for a physician looking to trade hospital chaos for a structured clinic schedule. You will join an established team of three physicians and one physician assistant in Salinas, focus on 36 hours of direct patient care per week, and enjoy a practice model with no hospital call requirements. This position is ideal for a Board Eligible or Board Certified specialist who thrives in a collaborative, mid-sized group setting and prioritizes a healthy work-life balance near the California coast. Compensation is a major highlight, anchored by a $380,000 base salary and a substantial $50,000 onboarding package covering relocation and sign-on incentives. Performance-based bonuses, four weeks of annual vacation, and a dedicated week for continuing education ensure long-term professional growth. Between the occurrence-based malpractice coverage and the comprehensive retirement plans, this role provides significant financial security while allowing you to live in one of the country’s premier coastal destinations. If you are a specialist seeking a predictable, Monday-through-Friday rhythm without the interruption of night shifts, this clinical opportunity in Monterey County is a rare find.
$35–$55/hr
Clinic / Outpatient / Hospital
Days / Nights
RN license
Dental, Vision, Paid time off, Sign-on bonus
Location & Routes
- Base city: Salinas, CA
Benefits & Bonuses
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- Sign-on bonus
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license in good standing.
1+ year of clinical experience preferred; new grads considered for residency tracks.
BLS required. ACLS preferred for hospital roles.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active RN license in the state of practice, in good standing. Compact (multistate) licenses are accepted in NLC member states.
What experience is expected?
1+ year of clinical experience is preferred for most staff RN roles. Many hospitals have new-grad residency tracks if you are recently licensed.
Which certifications are required?
BLS is required for nearly all hospital roles. ACLS, PALS, or specialty certs may be required depending on the unit.
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Full Job Details
An award-winning hospital in the Monterey Bay Area has a great opportunity for a BE/BC Sleep Medicine physician to join their established team of 3 MDs and 1 Physician Assistant. You will have the potential to earn excellent compensation in one of the most beautiful areas in the United States. Monterey Bay is known for its world-class beaches, resorts, and golf courses. Live and practice medicine where others vacation! The Opportunity:
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Outpatient clinic with no hospital call
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36 scheduled patient hours
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$380,000 base salary plus productivity bonus incentives
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$50,000 recruitment incentive - sign-on bonus and relocation
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Comprehensive Benefits Package including Health/Dental/Vision insurance, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans, occurrence-based malpractice insurance with tail coverage, 4 Weeks Paid Time Off, 1 week of CME Time Off, and Allowance Monterey County, CA, offers an amazing bounty of things to do, stunning Pacific Ocean coastline, mild year-round weather, world-class golfing, and it's a great place to raise a family.
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Enjoy year-round events with a festival and event calendar that is unrivaled anywhere on the West Coast
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Explore over 99 miles of spectacular coastline- from dramatic cliffs with waterfalls, rocky shores with tide pools, to sandy beaches perfect for surfing, fishing, and swimming; there is a beach for everyone
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Play at over 20 world-class golf courses (incl. Pebble Beach Golf Links), visit the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, or a unique variety of shops, galleries, restaurants, and wine-tasting venues
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Monterey Bay is family-friendly with great schools, historic attractions, museums, the zoo, and plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, and whale watching To learn more, please contact Misha Naleid: Cell: E-mail:
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Specialty: Sleep Medicine
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Employment Type: Full Time