Primary Care Physician Jobs in California
Primary Care Physician jobs in California rank among the most active markets in the country, with consistent demand across large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multi-specialty medical groups at every level from new residency graduates through senior attending physicians. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the heaviest hiring metros, where established employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCLA Health maintain deep and ongoing primary care pipelines. Family medicine, internal medicine, and preventive care are the sub-specialties drawing the most consistent openings across both urban and rural California communities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Make a difference where it matters most by providing life-changing, community-based care to our most vulnerable seniors. As part of our mission-driven interdisciplinary team, our Primary Care Physicians can build deeper, long-term relationships with fewer patients than in a traditional healthcare model, allowing you to see the impact of your care every day.
Our value-based PACE program allows our Primary Care Physicians to provide truly comprehensive, holistic care, so you can focus on what really matters: your patients.
We also care about our providers. That's why we offer:
- Competitive compensation with quarterly bonus
- Generous time off - weekends off, 17 days PTO, 6 sick days, and 12 paid holidays
- Relocation assistance available
- CME reimbursement and malpractice/tail coverage
- Growth opportunities to become a medical director
- 401K savings + match
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Regular hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, including home visits
- Rotating on-call schedule - a few nights or weekends per month, available by phone only
Essential job duties include:
- Perform comprehensive in-person assessments, leading and partnering with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop a personalized care plan for each participant
- Coordinate discharge for acute, short-term, and long-term placement
- No hospital rounds – focus on comprehensive care, seeing an average of 8 patients a day
Job requirements include:
- Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
- Master's or doctorate Degree
- Board Certification preferred
- Active state physician license without restrictions
- State CDS certification and DEA registration
- Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred
We are seeking Primary Care Physicians in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Geriatrics. Must be eligible for enrollment to provide services to Medicare and Medi-Cal participants. Board certification preferred.
If you're ready to join a healthcare team that values both its patients and its providers, we'd love to hear from you.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
Make a difference where it matters most by providing life-changing, community-based care to our most vulnerable seniors. As part of our mission-driven interdisciplinary team, our Primary Care Physicians can build deeper, long-term relationships with fewer patients than in a traditional healthcare model, allowing you to see the impact of your care every day.
Our value-based PACE program allows our Primary Care Physicians to provide truly comprehensive, holistic care, so you can focus on what really matters: your patients.
We also care about our providers. That's why we offer:
- Competitive compensation with quarterly bonus
- Generous time off - weekends off, 17 days PTO, 6 sick days, and 12 paid holidays
- Relocation assistance available
- CME reimbursement and malpractice/tail coverage
- Growth opportunities to become a medical director
- 401K savings + match
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Regular hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, including home visits
- Rotating on-call schedule - a few nights or weekends per month, available by phone only
Essential job duties include:
- Perform comprehensive in-person assessments, leading and partnering with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop a personalized care plan for each participant
- Coordinate discharge for acute, short-term, and long-term placement
- No hospital rounds – focus on comprehensive care, seeing an average of 8 patients a day
Job requirements include:
- Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
- Master's or doctorate Degree
- Board Certification preferred
- Active state physician license without restrictions
- State CDS certification and DEA registration
- Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred
We are seeking Primary Care Physicians in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Geriatrics. Must be eligible for enrollment to provide services to Medicare and Medi-Cal participants. Board certification preferred.
If you're ready to join a healthcare team that values both its patients and its providers, we'd love to hear from you.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
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Primary Care Physician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CommonSpirit Health15
- Carbon Health8
- Welbe Health6
- UCLA Health4
- Dignity Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services42
- Education8
- Technology & Software3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Government & Public Sector2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in primary care physician jobs across California.
- Active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California required
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in a primary care specialty required
- Board certification or board eligibility in family medicine or internal medicine required
- Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing in California required
- Experience with electronic health records platforms such as Epic or Cerner preferred
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or another language common to the practice population preferred
Primary Care Physician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a primary care physician in California?
To practice as a primary care physician in California, you must hold an active license issued by the Medical Board of California, which requires completing an accredited medical degree, finishing a residency program in a primary care specialty such as family medicine or internal medicine, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX licensing examinations. California also requires physicians to complete a one-time course in pain management and end-of-life care as a condition of initial licensure.
Which companies hire primary care physicians in California?
Employers hiring primary care physicians in California right now include CommonSpirit Health, Carbon Health, and Welbe Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multi-specialty group practices means hiring activity is distributed across both major metros and underserved rural communities throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most primary care physician jobs?
Novato, San Francisco, and Carmichael are the California cities with the most primary care physician openings, driven by the concentration of large academic medical centers, regional health systems, and community health networks anchored in those metro areas, while some listings in smaller cities reflect recruitment incentives for underserved or federally designated shortage areas that draw physicians away from the most competitive urban markets.
Are there remote primary care physician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Primary care medicine is fundamentally a hands-on clinical discipline, so most positions require in-person patient care. About 0% of primary care physician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in telemedicine, utilization management, or physician advisory capacities rather than traditional panel-based practice.
How can I get hired as a primary care physician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly from residency graduation, as California employers such as Kaiser Permanente, the County of Los Angeles Department of Health Services, and federally qualified health centers like AltaMed Health Services actively recruit new graduates into employed physician roles. Completing a fellowship, obtaining board certification immediately after residency, and holding an active Medical Board of California license before applying all strengthen candidacy for entry-level attending positions across the state.
Where can I find and apply to primary care physician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to primary care physician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, community clinics, and medical groups. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred region of California, then apply directly to the employers posting those positions.
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