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- Address:
395 W 12th AveColumbus,OH
- Job Number: R159466
- Posted Date: 9/17/2026
- Type: Full time
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The Department of Family and Community Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks a board-certified or board-eligible family medicine physician to join our faculty on the Clinician Scholar Pathway. This position is intended for physician-scholars who are committed to advancing family medicine through a combination of excellent clinical care, teaching, scholarship, and innovation. The successful candidate will maintain an active clinical practice while contributing substantially to the department's academic mission through research, quality improvement, implementation science, medical education scholarship, population health initiatives, health services research, or other scholarly activities aligned with primary care.
The successful candidate will develop and lead a focused program of scholarship with measurable impact in family medicine and primary care. Faculty are expected to contribute to peer-reviewed scholarship, collaborate across disciplines, mentor learners, pursue external funding opportunities, and disseminate scholarly work through publications, presentations, and other academic venues. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate clinical practice with scholarship and build a recognized area of expertise that advances patient care, healthcare delivery, medical education, or population health.
Faculty will practice within a collaborative, team-based primary care environment that includes physicians, trainees, pharmacists, social workers, behavioral health specialists, and other interdisciplinary partners. Academic rank, clinical effort, and scholarly responsibilities will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, accomplishments, and career trajectory.
Required Qualifications
- MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
- Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program.
- Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine.
- Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Ohio.
- Demonstrated experience in scholarly activity relevant to academic family medicine, including clinical research, health services research, quality improvement, implementation science, population health, medical education scholarship, or a related discipline.
- Record of scholarly dissemination through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, educational products, or other evidence of academic contribution.
- Experience teaching, mentoring, or supervising medical students, residents, fellows, or other healthcare learners.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate clinical practice with scholarly activity.
- Eligibility for appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank within the College of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- Established record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating sustained scholarly productivity.
- Experience serving as principal investigator, co-principal investigator, co-investigator, project lead, or in an equivalent leadership role on research, quality improvement, implementation science, population health, health services research, or medical education initiatives.
- Experience obtaining, managing, or contributing to externally funded grants or contracts from governmental, foundation, industry, or other funding sources.
- Demonstrated leadership of interdisciplinary research, quality improvement, clinical innovation, or healthcare transformation initiatives.
- Experience translating scholarship into measurable improvements in clinical quality, patient outcomes, healthcare delivery, education, or population health.
- Evidence of regional or national recognition within an area of scholarly expertise.
- Experience mentoring trainees, junior faculty, researchers, or quality improvement teams.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain an independent or collaborative program of scholarship while maintaining an active clinical practice in family medicine.
Faculty Defined
Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical, and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their primary career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, which may also include teaching and/or research.
Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD, DO, or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care.
Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research.
The Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Recognized as a Tier 1 school for research in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Medical Schools” list, it ranks among the top 16 medical schools for research in the nation. It also remains in Tier 2 for primary care, further demonstrating its strength across the academic spectrum. Known for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and excellence in clinical care through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the college continues to advance its mission of education, discovery, and community impact. With more than 2,700 faculty across 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State is shaping the future of academic medicine - locally, nationally, and globally.
The Wexner Medical Center
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library, and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to celebrate our 33rd consecutive year ranked on the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has nine nationally ranked specialties out of 15, and four are selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 17 out of 22 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, arrhythmia, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation, pneumonia, prostate cancer, spinal fusion, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
- 820 large, private rooms to elevate patient-centered care, nearly doubling the number of beds we have today
- Enhanced connections between the new inpatient hospital and the OSUCCC – James
- More than half an acre of terrace space and a quarter acre of green space for a small park
- 148 additional beds for patients of the OSUCCC – James
- 51 neonatal intensive care unit bassinets
- State-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment and inpatient service areas; imaging; operating rooms; and critical care and medical/surgical beds
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.
Columbus, Ohio
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.
Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with the online application. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.
Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
- Address:
395 W 12th AveColumbus,OH
- Job Number: R159466
- Posted Date: 9/17/2026
- Type: Full time
Current Employees and Students: Please log in to Workday to use the internal job search and application process.
The Department of Family and Community Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks a board-certified or board-eligible family medicine physician to join our faculty on the Clinician Scholar Pathway. This position is intended for physician-scholars who are committed to advancing family medicine through a combination of excellent clinical care, teaching, scholarship, and innovation. The successful candidate will maintain an active clinical practice while contributing substantially to the department's academic mission through research, quality improvement, implementation science, medical education scholarship, population health initiatives, health services research, or other scholarly activities aligned with primary care.
The successful candidate will develop and lead a focused program of scholarship with measurable impact in family medicine and primary care. Faculty are expected to contribute to peer-reviewed scholarship, collaborate across disciplines, mentor learners, pursue external funding opportunities, and disseminate scholarly work through publications, presentations, and other academic venues. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate clinical practice with scholarship and build a recognized area of expertise that advances patient care, healthcare delivery, medical education, or population health.
Faculty will practice within a collaborative, team-based primary care environment that includes physicians, trainees, pharmacists, social workers, behavioral health specialists, and other interdisciplinary partners. Academic rank, clinical effort, and scholarly responsibilities will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, accomplishments, and career trajectory.
Required Qualifications
- MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
- Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program.
- Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine.
- Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Ohio.
- Demonstrated experience in scholarly activity relevant to academic family medicine, including clinical research, health services research, quality improvement, implementation science, population health, medical education scholarship, or a related discipline.
- Record of scholarly dissemination through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, educational products, or other evidence of academic contribution.
- Experience teaching, mentoring, or supervising medical students, residents, fellows, or other healthcare learners.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate clinical practice with scholarly activity.
- Eligibility for appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank within the College of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- Established record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating sustained scholarly productivity.
- Experience serving as principal investigator, co-principal investigator, co-investigator, project lead, or in an equivalent leadership role on research, quality improvement, implementation science, population health, health services research, or medical education initiatives.
- Experience obtaining, managing, or contributing to externally funded grants or contracts from governmental, foundation, industry, or other funding sources.
- Demonstrated leadership of interdisciplinary research, quality improvement, clinical innovation, or healthcare transformation initiatives.
- Experience translating scholarship into measurable improvements in clinical quality, patient outcomes, healthcare delivery, education, or population health.
- Evidence of regional or national recognition within an area of scholarly expertise.
- Experience mentoring trainees, junior faculty, researchers, or quality improvement teams.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain an independent or collaborative program of scholarship while maintaining an active clinical practice in family medicine.
Faculty Defined
Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical, and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their primary career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, which may also include teaching and/or research.
Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD, DO, or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care.
Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research.
The Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Recognized as a Tier 1 school for research in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Medical Schools” list, it ranks among the top 16 medical schools for research in the nation. It also remains in Tier 2 for primary care, further demonstrating its strength across the academic spectrum. Known for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and excellence in clinical care through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the college continues to advance its mission of education, discovery, and community impact. With more than 2,700 faculty across 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State is shaping the future of academic medicine - locally, nationally, and globally.
The Wexner Medical Center
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library, and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to celebrate our 33rd consecutive year ranked on the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has nine nationally ranked specialties out of 15, and four are selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 17 out of 22 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, arrhythmia, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation, pneumonia, prostate cancer, spinal fusion, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
- 820 large, private rooms to elevate patient-centered care, nearly doubling the number of beds we have today
- Enhanced connections between the new inpatient hospital and the OSUCCC – James
- More than half an acre of terrace space and a quarter acre of green space for a small park
- 148 additional beds for patients of the OSUCCC – James
- 51 neonatal intensive care unit bassinets
- State-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment and inpatient service areas; imaging; operating rooms; and critical care and medical/surgical beds
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.
Columbus, Ohio
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.
Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with the online application. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.
Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services279
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family medicine physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an ACGME-accredited family medicine residency
- Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of practice
- Board certification or active eligibility in Family Medicine through ABFM or AOBFP
- Proficiency with electronic medical records systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth
- DEA registration and current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Experience managing chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and preventive care panels across adult and pediatric populations
Tips for Your Family Medicine Physician Job Search
Tailor your CV for practice setting
Hospital system roles prioritize inpatient experience and EMR proficiency, while FQHC and community health postings weight underserved population care and PCMH certification. Reframe the same experience differently for each setting rather than submitting one universal document.
Highlight panel management metrics
Employers increasingly screen for data on patient panel size, HCC capture rates, and quality measure performance. Pull these numbers from your annual reviews or practice dashboards and add a brief metrics section to your CV so hiring teams can compare you against benchmarks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists family medicine physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by call schedule and patient volume
Call burden and daily patient volume vary widely and rarely appear in job titles. Read the full posting for explicit language about panel caps, after-hours coverage models, and whether the role is solo or shared call before you invest time in applying.
Prepare for clinical scenario interview questions
Family medicine interviews routinely include case-based scenarios testing diagnostic reasoning across acute, chronic, and preventive presentations. Practice walking through a real case out loud, narrating your differential and decision points, rather than rehearsing answers to abstract behavioral questions alone.
Negotiate production model specifics, not just base
Many family medicine offers blend base salary with wRVU incentives. Ask for the historical average wRVU productivity of physicians in the same role and the threshold above which bonuses activate, so you can model realistic total compensation before signing.
Family Medicine Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most family medicine physicians?
The companies hiring the most family medicine physicians right now include LiveWell Homecare Agency, One Medical, and Vohra Wound Physicians, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Federally Qualified Health Centers and large regional health systems consistently account for a significant portion of active postings nationwide.
How many family medicine physician jobs are remote?
About 11% of family medicine physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the majority of those roles concentrated in telemedicine-first primary care platforms and asynchronous urgent care services rather than traditional panel-based practice. In-person roles remain the norm for FQHCs, hospital-employed practices, and direct primary care settings.
How do you become a family medicine physician?
You earn a bachelor's degree with required pre-med coursework, then complete medical school to receive an MD or DO degree. After that, you finish a three-year ACGME-accredited family medicine residency program. Once residency ends, you obtain a state medical license, complete the ABFM or AOBFP board certification exam, and secure DEA registration before practicing independently.
Can you get hired as a family medicine physician with no attending experience?
Yes, many employers actively recruit physicians who are completing or have just completed residency. New-grad candidates should emphasize any fellowship training, chief resident roles, or moonlighting experience. FQHCs and rural health shortage areas often offer loan repayment incentives specifically to attract early-career family medicine physicians who lack years of attending practice.
What does the family medicine physician interview process look like?
Most hiring processes begin with a phone or video screen with a recruiter or medical director, followed by an on-site visit that includes tours of the clinic or hospital, meetings with department leadership, and peer physician interviews. Clinical scenario or case-based questions are common. The process typically closes with a contract review meeting where schedule, call obligations, and compensation structure are discussed.
Where can I find and apply to family medicine physician jobs?
You can find and apply to family medicine physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospital systems, private practices, community health centers, and telemedicine platforms across the United States. Find roles that fit your specialty, setting, and location preferences and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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