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At Fairchild Medical Center, we believe in more than just providing exceptional healthcare. That’s why we’ve created a culture where every member of the FMC family is valued for their contributions and caring. Join us in our mission to provide quality care and create a healthier future – all while earning competitive pay and excellent benefits.
For over two decades, we have taken pride in creating and supporting a healthier community, ensuring quality, award-winning, full-service healthcare is available to all. Fairchild Medical Center serves not only as a health system with a hospital and clinics, but also as the largest private employer in Siskiyou County with more than 500 employees. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we invite you to explore opportunities at Fairchild Medical Center.
When you apply for a position with us, we will forward your application to the appropriate department managers. They will review your information to determine if your qualifications match and meet the requirements for the position(s) you are interested in. If qualified, you will be contacted for an interview. We do strive to respond to every applicant, even if there is not a good match at this time.
Our Medical Staff and Advance Practice Providers
As a Critical Access Hospital in California, we are thrilled about the 2023 legislation allowing us to employ physicians. We are actively recruiting doctors and other medical staff to ensure we are keeping high-quality healthcare local and accessible to our growing communities.
Our organization offers the newest patient care technology available, including surgical robotics, pain management, and our Epic electronic record system. Our facilities enjoy the highest seismic rating, and our organization maintains constant preparation and readiness for the next disaster.
Fairchild Medical Center and Clinics is accredited by The Joint Commission and offers a full spectrum of healthcare services. We are a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, Certified Stroke Center and Level IV Trauma Center providing excellence in emergency, specialty and surgical care, as well as ancillary services such as laboratory and imaging. Our clinic locations offer outpatient services including behavioral health, dental, pediatrics, express care, family medicine, podiatry, internal medicine and women’s health, as well as other specialty services, including general surgery and orthopedics. Our rehabilitation department includes physical therapy, speech and occupational therapy services.
Other Positions
Mental Health Therapist - Senior Life Solutions
Exempt
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: California License in Social Work or Counseling; may include LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LMFT, etc. – required. Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients required.
Position Responsibilities: As a Mental Health Therapist, your focus will be on the 3Cs; Care, Community and Compliance. Care: Collaborate with a small, interdisciplinary team including a psychiatric physician, an RN Director, and a CNA to provide high-quality care to our Older Adult patients as ordered. Including therapeutic services utilizing group, individual, and family therapy sessions in a geriatric intensive outpatient environment. Community: Participate in community education for the local medical facilities and other community groups on the importance of behavioral health for all, including older adults. Compliance: Work with the program team to facilitate treatment team meetings; develop and update the patient-centered treatment plan; produce compliant documentation in a prescribed timeline. Additional responsibilities assigned by the Program Director.
Psychiatric Medical Care LLC – Mental Health Therapist or Social Worker
Clinical Positions
Surgery Technician - Surgery
Per Diem
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Scrub Tech Certification preferred. Surgery Technician experience required. BLS required within three (3) months of hire.
Position Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the RN, does a variety of duties in the operating room to assist the surgery team; functions as a member of the sterile team creating and maintaining a sterile field and issuing instruments to surgeons.
Salary Range: $38.50 – $42.25 an hour DOE. Per Diem Rate is based upon experience of individual plus $4.
Registered Nurse - Obstetrics
Full Time & Per Diem
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California R.N. license. Two (2) years of recent experience in perinatal nursing required. BLS and successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation within three (3) months of employment.
Position Responsibilities: The staff nurse in Obstetrics functions independently in performing the nursing process through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe therapeutic care for all patients during labor, deliver, immediate post-partum and newborn care; including those patients in complex situations with overt and covert needs and/or complications of treatment during his/her shift. The staff nurse manages and coordinates the clinical activities of the patient unit during his/her shift.
Salary Range: $53.25 – $68.55 an hour DOE. Per Diem Rate is based upon experience of individual plus $4. *Sign-on bonus.
Registered Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Services
Full Time & Per Diem
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Licensed as a Registered Physical Therapist with the State of California, or receipt of License Applicant Status letter from the Physical Therapy Board of California required. BLS required.
Position Responsibilities: Responsible for organizing, conducting, and developing a medically prescribed program of physical therapy in both hospital and out-patient setting.
Salary Range: $52.95 – $64.25 an hour DOE. Per Diem Rate is based upon experience of individual plus $4.
Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation Services
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Licensed or License Eligible as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of California. New Grad or more Experience Required, depending on Department Need.
Position Responsibilities: A licensed allied health professional who conducts medically prescribed rehabilitation techniques as prescribed by a registered physical therapist.
Salary Range: $38.85 – $47.00 an hour DOE. *Sign-on bonus.
Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Licensed as a Registered Occupational Therapist with the State of California. New Graduate or more experience required, depending on department need. BLS certificate preferred.
Position Responsibilities: Responsible for organizing, conducting, and developing a medically prescribed program of occupational therapy in both hospital and out-patient settings.
Salary Range: $52.95 – $64.25 an hour DOE.
C.T. Technologist - Computed Tomography
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certification and Experience: State of California and ARRT Registration and Certification. Two (2) years’ experience as a C.T. Technologist preferred.
Position Responsibilities: Performs C.T. and radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail; performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and use of ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
Salary Range: $50.85 – $59.60 an hour DOE.
Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging
Full Time and Per Diem
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Completion of AMA approved program in Radiology Technology. State of California and ARRT registration and certification required. Two (2) years’ experience as Radiologic Technologist preferred.
Position Responsibilities: Performs radiologic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail; performs a variety of technical procedures that required independent judgement and use of ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. May be required to rotate standby and call back hours.
Salary Range: $49.20 – $59.25 an hour DOE. Per Diem Rate is based upon experience of individual plus $4.
Clinical Psychologist - FM Clinic
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: CA Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Minimum of One Year experience.
Position Responsibilities: In collaboration with Physician perform assessments and diagnosis, initiates treatment and/or therapy. Takes patient history and performs physical examinations.
Salary Range: $67.00 – $84.00 an hour DOE.
Visiting Nurse RN - FM Clinic
Full Time and Part Time Benefited
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California R.N. License required. Minimum of one (1) year acute care experience within the past three (3) years preferred. BLS required within three (3) months of hire.
Position Responsibilities: The Visiting Nurse RN is responsible for assessments, skilled treatments, teaching patients/caregivers in the home, coordinating with other disciplines and community agencies, and accurate and timely documentation. Must be capable of autonomy of action, judgement and unbiased attitude and flexibility.
Salary Range: $44.60 – $55.30 an hour DOE.
Registered Dental Hygienist - Dental Clinic
Full Time and Part Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Associate degree or equivalent. Prior experience as a hygienist is preferred, but not necessary. Recent RDH program graduates are also encouraged to apply. Fairchild Medical Center offers student loan payback for qualified candidates. BLS certification is required within three (3) months of employment.
Position Responsibilities: A Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) is a member of the dental care team who functions under the direct supervision of the dentist. The RDH provides clinical services within the RDH licensure scope. The hygienist also provides health education to help patients improve and maintain their oral health. The candidate must be self-motivated and dedicated to their role in the Dental Care Team, and follow a philosophy of teamwork and quality care.
Salary Range: $52.25 – $62.25 an hour DOE. *$10,000.00 Sign-on Bonus.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Dept.
Full Time – Night Shift
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California R.N. License. Minimum of one (1) year acute care experience within the past two (2) years preferred. Six (6) months recent experience in Emergency Department desirable. BLS and ACLS certification required within three (3) months. PALS, TNCC, and MICN preferred.
Position Responsibilities: The staff nurse in the Emergency Department functions independently in performing the nursing process through assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of safe therapeutic care for all patient’s overt and covert needs and/or complications of treatment in the Emergency Department. Manages and coordinates the clinical activities in the department during his/her shift.
Salary Range: $53.25 – $68.55 an hour DOE.
Licensed Vocational Nurse - FM Clinic
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California L.V.N. License. Prefer two (2) years of nursing in a Doctor’s Office. BLS required within three (3) months of employment.
Position Responsibilities: Administers nursing care to designated patients under the supervision of a F.N.P., P.A., or Physician. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties/activities.
Salary Range: $34.25 – $37.50 an hour DOE.
Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current certificate from the Board of Medical Quality Assurance Respiratory Care Examining Committee, Department of Consumer Affairs, State of California required.
Position Responsibilities: Under medical direction and direct supervision appropriate to level of professional training and/or experience, performs all functions outlined in the Policy and procedure of the Respiratory Care Department. This includes but is not limited to: emergency services, therapeutics, department record keeping, minor preventative maintenance, cleaning and processing of department equipment and related tasks.
Salary Range: $52.05 – $63.00 an hour DOE.
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Full Time – Night Shift
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California R.N. license. Minimum of one (1) year critical care experience within the past three (3) years. Satisfactory completion of a course in critical care, intensive care or coronary care within the last three (3) years preferred. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required within three (3) months. TNCC within six (6) months preferred.
Position Responsibilities: Function independently in performing the nursing process through assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of safe therapeutic care for all patient’s overt and covert needs and/or complications of treatment on his/her shift. The staff nurse manages and coordinates the clinical activities on the patient unit during his/her shift.
Salary Range: $53.25 – $68.55 an hour DOE.
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pain Management & Out Patient Surgery
Per Diem
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Current California L.V.N. Licensure. BLS required within three (3) months of employment. Minimum one (1) year acute care experience within the last three (3) years preferred.
Position Responsibilities: Administers nursing care to designated patients under the supervision/direction of an RN or physician. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities.
Salary Range: $38.25 – $42.05 an hour DOE. Per Diem Rate is based upon experience of individual plus $4.
Medical Assistant - FM Clinic
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: BLS certification required within three (3) months.
Position Responsibilities: A medical assistant is a member of the nursing team who functions under the direction, guidance, and supervision of an RN/LVN and/or licensed physician/mid level provider. A medical assistant, with guidance, assists in planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients and in coordination nursing care activities with other health care disciplines.
Salary Range: $24.25 – $28.25 an hour DOE.
Non-Clinical Positions
Receptionist/Clerk - FM Clinic
Full Time
Required Education, Licenses/Certifications, and Experience: Some computer experience.
Position Responsibilities: Responsible for scheduling, answering phones, filing, maintenance of medical records and registering patients.
Salary Range: $25.25 – $27.90 an hour DOE.
Employee Benefits
We’ve been caring for our community for more than 25 years – and when we say your health is our priority, that goes for our people as well as our patients. In addition to highly competitive compensation, we offer a healthy benefits package designed to support you and your family benefits. For benefits-eligible employees, we offer:
- A wide range of insurance options with low participation costs depending on your employment status and number of dependents. Coverage generally includes:
- Medical, dental and prescription drug coverage
- Vision insurance
- Other pre-tax benefits provided by AFLAC
- Basic Life Insurance for full-time employees is provided by FMC
- Supplemental life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Jury duty pay
- Bereavement pay
- Tax Deferred Annuity Plan with a voluntary option and a generous hospital match based on tenure
- Hospital bill discount for employees and their eligible dependents
- Cafeteria discount for employees
- Career growth opportunities
A Culture of Caring
The source of our strength as an organization is our team of caring people. Our employees maintain and continuously help us expand on our culture of caring. As a team, our primary shared values include Teamwork, Compassion, Respect, Innovation and Quality.
These values are at the heart of who we are and how we serve our community.
Our Beautiful Community
Located in the heart of some of California’s most beautiful landscapes, Fairchild Medical Center offers more than just a great place to work. With access to outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, skiing, boating, rafting, mountain biking and so much more, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy the natural beauty that is all around.
Siskiyou County, nestled at the base of Mt. Shasta, offers spectacular natural beauty and scenic communities. With a range of national forests, year-round recreation activities, historic attractions and more, there is something for people of all ages. Our area also offers some of the region’s best K-12 education and libraries.
With so much to offer, Yreka is quickly becoming a destination for people seeking refuge from urban life and to raise children in a warm and welcoming community. Consider joining our FMC family for a rewarding career in a beautiful community.
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A Message for Our Applicants
If you receive a conditional offer of employment with Fairchild Medical Center, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and background check. Before you may begin work, you must provide evidence of the following:
(1) current TB testing (either QFT or 2-step TB skin test)
(2) a physical within the last six months
(3) current status of immunity for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and Hep B (titers are preferable)
(4) current Tdap (within 10 years). Continue employment requires employees keep current on annual influenza vaccines and Tdap (every 10 years).
*Bonus restrictions apply.
Hospital policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, military service/veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, including genetic characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
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