Physician Jobs in Ohio

Physician jobs in Ohio are among the most active in the Midwest, concentrated across academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and regional hospital networks, with openings from early-career residents through senior attending and department-director roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of postings, anchored by employers such as Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. The most consistently in-demand specialties are primary care, hospitalist medicine, and emergency medicine, though subspecialties in oncology and psychiatry have seen strong growth. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles119+
Top employerMercy Health
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring52
Work type55% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse- Physician Practice
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Registered Nurse- Physician Practice
TriHealth Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Physician Center Clerk- Endocrinology
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Physician Center Clerk- Endocrinology
Licking Memorial Health Professionals
Newark, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Office Management
High school diploma or GED

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LPN, Physician Center - Vascular Surgery
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LPN, Physician Center - Vascular Surgery
Licking Memorial Health Professionals
Newark, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
BLS Certification

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Contract Physician
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Contract Physician
MedCap Health
Wooster, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
$200k - $250k/yr

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Post-Acute Physician
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Post-Acute Physician
MedCap Health
Norwalk, Ohio
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management

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Physician Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
9 jobs
Toledo
5 jobs
Portsmouth
5 jobs
Dayton
4 jobs
Newark
4 jobs
Fairfield
4 jobs
Youngstown
4 jobs

Physician Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Mercy Health16
  • University Hospitals9
  • 77 Consultants7
  • ProMedica6
  • State of Ohio4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Human Resources

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in physician jobs across Ohio.

  • Active Ohio Physician License issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio
  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Completion of an accredited residency program in the applicable specialty
  • Board certification or active board eligibility in the relevant specialty
  • Current DEA registration and Ohio Prescription Monitoring Program compliance
  • Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner

Physician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a physician in Ohio?

To become a physician in Ohio, you must earn an MD or DO degree, complete an accredited residency program, pass the USMLE or COMLEX licensing exams, and obtain an active license through the State Medical Board of Ohio. The Board handles all applications, verifications, and ongoing renewal requirements. Board certification in your specialty is not legally required to practice but is expected by most Ohio health systems before extending a permanent offer.

Which companies hire physicians in Ohio?

Employers hiring physicians in Ohio right now include Mercy Health, University Hospitals, and 77 Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated systems, including academic medical centers and regional community hospital networks, account for the majority of full-time openings across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most physician jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland have the most physician openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of the concentration of OhioHealth and Wexner Medical Center campuses there, Cleveland draws heavily from the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals systems, and Cincinnati is anchored by large employers including UC Health and TriHealth, making all three metros consistent sources of full-time physician demand.

Are there remote physician jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. About 45% of physician openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on clinical care limits location flexibility for most roles. The positions most likely to be fully remote are utilization review, telemedicine consultations, and medical director roles that focus on administrative or case-management work rather than direct patient visits.

How can I get hired as a physician in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly into a structured residency or fellowship program at an Ohio academic medical center such as Wexner Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic, or Cincinnati Children's. New graduates without post-residency attending experience can also look for locum tenens assignments through Ohio hospital systems, which regularly use temporary coverage to evaluate physicians before extending permanent offers. A full, unrestricted Ohio Medical Board license and current ACLS or BLS certification will give an early-career candidate a clear advantage over peers still completing credentialing.

Where can I find and apply to physician jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to physician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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