Family Practice Physician Jobs in California
Family Practice Physician jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated across community health centers, large integrated health systems, and federally qualified health centers serving the state's diverse urban and rural populations, with openings at every level from newly licensed physicians through senior attendings and medical directors. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCLA Health maintain deep, ongoing needs. The most consistent demand is in adult primary care, geriatrics, and pediatric-focused family medicine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
Provides medical services to AltaMed patients. Delivers care and services aligned with AltaMed’s Team-Based Care Model focused on population health, evidence-based medicine, appropriate resource use, and integrated delivery of care.
Minimum Requirements
Experience and training as a physician are required.
Valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California and Board certification in the chosen specialty required or Board Eligible, with the expectation to become board certified within 18 months of employment.
Education, training, and experience are necessary to meet the underwritten requirements for inclusion under AltaMed’s malpractice insurance coverage.
Previous experience with computer-based systems is required; Electronic Medical Records experience is preferred.
Leadership and/or management skills are preferred.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation
$261,955.20 - $314,346.24 annuallyCompensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
Provides medical services to AltaMed patients. Delivers care and services aligned with AltaMed’s Team-Based Care Model focused on population health, evidence-based medicine, appropriate resource use, and integrated delivery of care.
Minimum Requirements
Experience and training as a physician are required.
Valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California and Board certification in the chosen specialty required or Board Eligible, with the expectation to become board certified within 18 months of employment.
Education, training, and experience are necessary to meet the underwritten requirements for inclusion under AltaMed’s malpractice insurance coverage.
Previous experience with computer-based systems is required; Electronic Medical Records experience is preferred.
Leadership and/or management skills are preferred.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation
$261,955.20 - $314,346.24 annuallyCompensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family practice physician jobs across California.
- Active and unrestricted California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California
- Board certification or active board eligibility in Family Medicine from ABFM
- Completion of an accredited three-year Family Medicine residency program
- Current DEA registration and California Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System enrollment
- Experience with electronic health record systems, particularly Epic or NextGen
- Commitment to serving underserved or Medi-Cal patient populations in community health settings
Family Practice Physician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family practice physician in California?
To practice as a family practice physician in California, you must obtain a physician and surgeon license from the Medical Board of California after completing medical school, a residency in family medicine, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX series. Most California employers also require board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine. Community health centers, which are major employers here, frequently require enrollment in the Medi-Cal program as an additional credentialing step.
How much do family practice physicians make in California?
Family practice physicians in California earn a median of about $252,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,510 for the lowest 10% to over $475,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire family practice physicians in California?
Employers hiring family practice physicians in California right now include Providence, Asian Health Services, and WEST POINT MEDICAL CENTER, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large network of federally qualified health centers and integrated systems like Kaiser Permanente means consistent openings appear statewide, including in underserved inland and rural regions.
Which California cities have the most family practice physician jobs?
Oakland, Murrieta, and Napa have the most family practice physician openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area concentrate the most volume given the size of their health systems and community health networks, while San Diego's military medical facilities, large multi-specialty groups, and UC San Diego Health drive steady demand in the south. Smaller inland cities also appear regularly because rural and underserved area shortages create ongoing recruitment pressure.
Are there remote family practice physician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of family practice physician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how fundamentally in-person this role is. The parts of the work most amenable to remote delivery are telephonic or video-based urgent care visits and chronic disease management consultations, which some California health systems now staff through dedicated telehealth panels.
How can I get hired as a family practice physician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly out of residency to new-graduate or first-year attending positions at California's federally qualified health centers, which frequently recruit new physicians and offer loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps. Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run structured onboarding programs for newly trained physicians. Physicians who completed a California-based residency and already hold a Medical Board of California license have a clear advantage in these searches.
Where can I find and apply to family practice physician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to family practice physician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, community clinics, and multi-specialty groups. Find the roles that fit your training and location preference and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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