Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open nurse midwife jobs in California post a median of $88 an hour, the middle half $82.87–$102.11, across 14 jobs that state their pay. Nurse midwives employed in California earn a median of $98 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Mendocino Community Health Clinic (MCHC) is currently seeking a full-time or part-time full-scope CNM to join Care for Her, our women’s health center, in beautiful northern California. We are a collaborative practice currently comprised of 9 CNMs, WHNPs, OB-GYNs, FM-OB, and CPSP educators. Care for Her patients are seen for regularly scheduled appointments in our outpatient clinic and for deliveries at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley (8 minutes from our clinic). Inpatient care is provided at the local 11-bed L&D unit where TOLACs are an option. Patients are a mix of low and high-risk with our higher-risk patients co-managed with our OB-GYNs and in consultation w/ UCSF Maternal Fetal Medicine. The practice encompasses all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology care. Option for full-time or part-time position. A full-time position would typically be two 8-hour clinic days and two 12-hour hospital shifts per week. The mission of MCHC Health Centers is to provide compassionate, high-quality care for our communities, where all people reach their full potential for health and well-being. We throw our doors wide open to everyone in communities we serve. If you have not yet traveled to this part of California, it is the peacefulness of Redwood Tree Groves and the short drive to the awe-inspiring Pacific Ocean that will draw you!
Compensation and Benefits
- Retention bonus up to $50,000
- The salary range, depending on experience is $145,000 - $185,000
- Health, gap, dental, and vision insurance. Air Ambulance membership.
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Generous paid time off
- CME leave and allowance
- Loan repayment options
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement saving plans – 401(k) with % employer match
Highlights of being a Provider at MCHC
- Highly collaborative and team-oriented environment. You will have support.
- The team has a clear connection to the mission of MCHC.
- MCHC is celebrating over 30 years of providing care. Stable and growing.
- Location! Mendocino County is an incredible place to live. You can live on a lake, in a picturesque valley, or in the mountains and still be 5-10 minutes away from the practice and a short drive to major cities.
- We have excellent HPSA scores and many loan repayment options
Community:
Our clinics are located in rural (but not isolated) Northern California, 2 hrs. north of San Francisco and 1 hr. from the Pacific Ocean. This friendly community is rich in the arts and produces some of the best wines in Northern California. An area with plenty for outdoor enthusiasts and foodies alike. We offer an unparalleled sense of community, in a family-friendly environment, filled with opportunities for education, exercise, and creative outlet. In addition, with a short, stress-free commute, you'll have more time to spend with your family and friends or to explore the million acres of national forest, numerous lakes, picturesque vineyards, and breath-taking coastline that our area has to offer.
If making a difference is important to you, you'll gain a strong sense of satisfaction when you practice at our health centers. Your expertise and compassion will be very much appreciated by your patients and your colleagues will soon become treasured mentors, eager collaborators, and lifelong friends. All of this adds up to a quality of life that you won't find else-where: Increased job satisfaction, time with family and friends, and the space to explore the personal interests that make your life more complete.
Hear from our current Providers on what working at MCHC is like: https://mchcinc.org/mchc-careers-videos/
Requirements
Required:
Active CA license
DEA & Furnishing
Preferred:
2 Years full-scope experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
Spanish language skills preferred
From Mendocino Community Health Clinic's job posting, checked 15 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Mendocino Community Health Clinic hires dental staff, physicians and advanced practice providers in Ukiah, California.
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