Internal Medicine Physician Jobs in California
Internal Medicine Physician jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across large academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and outpatient primary care networks, covering everything from first-year hospitalists to senior attending physicians. The highest concentrations of openings are in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCLA Health maintain deep, ongoing hiring pipelines. Hospitalist medicine, geriatric care, and complex chronic disease management are the subspecialty areas seeing the most consistent demand. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for an Out Patient Internal Medicine Physician at Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA.
This contract opportunity will provide the physician to work with the nation's best; active military, veterans and their families.
Position Highlights:
- Outstanding work/life balance | 40 hour work week
- Competitive compensation to be determined in a range of $130-$180 per hour
- Outpatient environment where the focus is on patient care, not administrative responsibilities
- Opportunity to give back & care for our Nation's heroes | Compliant and appreciative patient population
- No unrealistic productivity pressures
Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Completion of Internal Medicine Residency
- Preferred 2-5 years' experience in Internal Medicine
- DEA registration & BLS & ALCS certification
- Current, full, active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in California
For More Information Contact:
Kathleen Strautmann
314-744-4144
Kathleen_strautmann@spectrumhealth.com
Company Overview:
Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) was established in 1988 to deliver systems and processes designed to meet the unique needs of Military and VA Health Systems. SHR is a leading organization that provides physician and clinical staffing and management services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA clinics and other Federal Agencies through various contracting vehicles. A Joint Commission Health Care Staffing Services firm, SHR is the military staffing division of TeamHealth, a Nationwide organization that serves 850 civilian and military hospitals with a team of 9,600 affiliated health care professionals.
EOE/Disabled/Veterans
INTRODUCTION
Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for an Out Patient Internal Medicine Physician at Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA.
This contract opportunity will provide the physician to work with the nation's best; active military, veterans and their families.
Position Highlights:
- Outstanding work/life balance | 40 hour work week
- Competitive compensation to be determined in a range of $130-$180 per hour
- Outpatient environment where the focus is on patient care, not administrative responsibilities
- Opportunity to give back & care for our Nation's heroes | Compliant and appreciative patient population
- No unrealistic productivity pressures
Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Completion of Internal Medicine Residency
- Preferred 2-5 years' experience in Internal Medicine
- DEA registration & BLS & ALCS certification
- Current, full, active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in California
For More Information Contact:
Kathleen Strautmann
314-744-4144
Kathleen_strautmann@spectrumhealth.com
Company Overview:
Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) was established in 1988 to deliver systems and processes designed to meet the unique needs of Military and VA Health Systems. SHR is a leading organization that provides physician and clinical staffing and management services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA clinics and other Federal Agencies through various contracting vehicles. A Joint Commission Health Care Staffing Services firm, SHR is the military staffing division of TeamHealth, a Nationwide organization that serves 850 civilian and military hospitals with a team of 9,600 affiliated health care professionals.
EOE/Disabled/Veterans
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Internal Medicine Physician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CommonSpirit Health10
- Sutter Health7
- Spectrum Healthcare Resources4
- The Permanente Medical Group4
- Elica Health Centers2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services33
- Non-Profit & Social Services8
- Education2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in internal medicine physician jobs across California.
- Active California Physician and Surgeon License issued by the Medical Board of California
- Board certification or active board eligibility in internal medicine from ABIM
- Completion of an accredited internal medicine residency program in the United States
- Current DEA registration and California Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System enrollment
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong clinical background in managing complex comorbidities in diverse patient populations
Internal Medicine Physician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an internal medicine physician in California?
You must earn a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, complete a three-year accredited internal medicine residency, and obtain a California Physician and Surgeon License through the Medical Board of California by passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination steps. Board certification in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine, while not always legally required, is expected by most California employers and is a practical necessity for hospital privileges.
How much do internal medicine physicians make in California?
Internal medicine physicians in California earn a median of about $313,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,180 for the lowest 10% to over $441,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire internal medicine physicians in California?
Employers hiring internal medicine physicians in California right now include CommonSpirit Health, Sutter Health, and Spectrum Healthcare Resources, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's scale and the dominance of large integrated systems like Kaiser Permanente mean many openings are within multi-site organizations that hire continuously across the state.
Which California cities have the most internal medicine physician jobs?
San Diego, Lakeport, and Sacramento consistently post the most internal medicine physician openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco lead because of their concentration of academic medical centers, large multispecialty groups, and dense urban patient populations, while San Diego's mix of VA facilities, university health systems, and growing outpatient networks sustains steady demand even outside the two largest metros.
Are there remote internal medicine physician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of internal medicine physician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how fundamentally hands-on the role is. The portions most amenable to remote work are telehealth consultations, chronic disease management follow-ups, and utilization review, which some California health systems have carved into distinct telehealth-focused positions.
How can I get hired as an internal medicine physician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly for post-residency hospitalist or outpatient staff physician positions, as California's large integrated systems routinely onboard new attendings. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the UC Health system all recruit residents completing training at California programs into employed physician roles. Candidates strengthen their candidacy by completing California licensure before their residency ends, securing ABIM board eligibility, and pursuing a clinical quality or population health fellowship if direct openings are competitive.
Where can I find and apply to internal medicine physician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to internal medicine physician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, outpatient practices, and hospital groups. Search the listings, identify roles that match your credentials and preferred setting, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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