Family Practitioner Jobs in California
Family Practitioner jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with strong demand across community health centers, large integrated health systems, and independent medical groups serving both urban and rural populations at every level from new graduate to senior attending. The heaviest hiring concentrations are in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain extensive primary care networks throughout the state. The most consistent openings are in geriatric care, chronic disease management, and underserved community medicine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Since 1970, FHCSD’s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year — 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured.
With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits — it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego’s communities.
We are currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team Chula Vista Family Health Center. This location offers a wide range of care to our patients in the surrounding community and has a strong supportive team for our providers.
Clinic Details
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (close for lunch from 12:30pm – 1:30pm)
- Address: 251 Landis Avenue Chula Vista CA 91910
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide quality and caring medical services to a diverse patient population
- Perform routine exams, common procedures and screenings
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and point-of-care tests
- Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists
- Exercise cultural sensitivity and seek assistance with translations if needed
- Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
- Comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool
- Attend all mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Use resources efficiently and practice medicine in a cost-effective manner
- Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program
- Maintain behavioral standards and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients
- Obtain good peer reviews, attend mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Work toward meeting organizational targets for all metrics
- Participate in administrative duties and on-call schedule in a timely manner
- Must keep all required medical credentials active and in good standing
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2 years of experience in outpatient settings
- Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
- DEA license
- Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
- Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
- Second language fluency desired, not required
Compensation and Benefits
- $165,000 - $195,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available)
- CME Credit
- NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
- Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
$165,000.00 - $195,000.00
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
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Family Practitioner Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Family Health Centers of San Diego4

- Livingston Community Health4

- Golden Valley Health Centers3

- Sutter Health2

- Center for Discovery1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Agriculture & Farming1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family practitioner jobs across California.
- Active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California
- Completion of an accredited family medicine residency program of at least three years
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Family Medicine
- Current DEA registration and valid California Controlled Substance Utilization Review certificate
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred for community health and safety-net clinic roles
Family Practitioner Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family practitioner in California?
To practice as a family practitioner in California, you must earn a medical degree from an accredited institution, complete an accredited family medicine residency, and obtain a license from the Medical Board of California by passing the USMLE or COMLEX sequences. California does not have a separate state licensing exam, but the Medical Board requires verified training, background clearance, and active malpractice coverage before issuing a license. Board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine is expected by most California employers.
How much do family practitioners make in California?
Family practitioners 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 practitioners in California?
Employers hiring family practitioners in California right now include Family Health Centers of San Diego, Livingston Community Health, and Golden Valley Health Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large integrated health systems and Federally Qualified Health Centers are consistently among the most active hirers, offering both employed and independent contractor arrangements across urban and rural service areas.
Which California cities have the most family practitioner jobs?
Modesto, Crescent City, and Fresno currently have the most family practitioner openings in California. Los Angeles dominates by volume because of its sheer population size and the density of community clinics, hospital systems, and safety-net facilities serving diverse neighborhoods, while San Diego and Bay Area demand is driven by large integrated systems and a growing network of outpatient primary care groups in surrounding suburban and rural communities.
Are there remote family practitioner jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Family medicine is a hands-on, examination-based discipline, so the vast majority of openings require in-person patient care. About 5% of family practitioner openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to be in telehealth triage, asynchronous patient messaging, or care management roles that do not involve direct physical examination.
How can I get hired as a family practitioner in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a California-based residency match or a post-residency fellowship, as California employers almost universally treat residency completion as the baseline. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services run new-physician onboarding programs and community medicine tracks suited to candidates without independent practice history. Lateral moves from internal medicine hospitalist or urgent care roles are common, and holding an active Medical Board of California license with a clean NPDB record gives candidates a meaningful edge over those still pending.
Where can I find and apply to family practitioner jobs in California?
You can find and apply to family practitioner jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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