Primary Care Physician Jobs in New Jersey

Primary Care Physician jobs in New Jersey represent one of the most active markets in the Northeast, with strong demand across community health centers, large hospital systems, and outpatient group practices at every level from newly licensed physicians through seasoned attendings. Newark, Jersey City, and Trenton are the most active hiring metros, anchored by well-established systems such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Atlantic Health System. Internal medicine, geriatrics, and pediatric primary care are the most consistently in-demand areas statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerHackensack Meridian Health
Top cityDover, NJ
Cities hiring39
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Physician Practice
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Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Physician Practice
Hackensack Meridian Health
Edison, New Jersey
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
CCMA Certification

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Registered Nurse Non Acute - Primary Care - Physician Practice
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Registered Nurse Non Acute - Primary Care - Physician Practice
Hackensack Meridian Health
Edison, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Warren Hills)
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Warren Hills)
St. Luke's University Health Network
Washington, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Lead Certified Medical Assistant- Primary Care- Physician Practice
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Lead Certified Medical Assistant- Primary Care- Physician Practice
Hackensack Meridian Health
Clifton, New Jersey
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
CCMA Certification

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Physician- Virtua Primary Care Marlton- Full-time
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Physician- Virtua Primary Care Marlton- Full-time
Virtua Health
Marlton, New Jersey
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists

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Primary Care Physician Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dover
2 jobs
Edison
2 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Clifton
2 jobs
Marlton
2 jobs
Rockaway
2 jobs
Englewood
2 jobs
Manahawkin
2 jobs
Montgomery
2 jobs

Primary Care Physician Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

  • Hackensack Meridian Health13
  • One Medical4
  • Atlantic Health4
  • Penn Medicine3
  • Virtua Health3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Agriculture & Farming
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What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in primary care physician jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active New Jersey medical license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school with completed residency training
  • Board certification or active board eligibility in internal medicine, family medicine, or pediatrics
  • DEA registration and valid New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substance registration
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
  • Strong patient communication skills and ability to manage a high-volume outpatient panel
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Primary Care Physician Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a primary care physician in New Jersey?

To practice as a primary care physician in New Jersey, you must obtain a medical license from the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners after completing medical school and an accredited residency program in a primary care specialty such as family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics. You will also need to pass the USMLE or COMLEX licensing exams and obtain a DEA registration and a New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substance registration before seeing patients independently.

Which companies hire primary care physicians in New Jersey?

Employers hiring primary care physicians in New Jersey right now include Hackensack Meridian Health, One Medical, and Atlantic Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's dense network of federally qualified health centers alongside large integrated systems means openings are distributed across both urban safety-net settings and suburban outpatient groups.

Which New Jersey cities have the most primary care physician jobs?

The cities with the most primary care physician openings in New Jersey are Dover, Edison, and Newark. This distribution reflects the concentration of major health system campuses and high-density communities in northern and central New Jersey, where large employers maintain multiple outpatient sites and federally qualified health centers serve significant underserved populations.

Are there remote primary care physician jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of primary care physician openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, because the core of the role requires in-person patient exams. The portions most suited to remote work are telephone or video triage visits, chronic disease follow-ups via telehealth, and administrative tasks such as chart review and care coordination.

How can I get hired as a primary care physician in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly through residency recruitment programs at large New Jersey systems such as RWJBarnabas Health or Hackensack Meridian Health, both of which actively hire physicians completing residency into associate or staff physician roles. Federally qualified health centers across Newark and Trenton often prioritize new attendings willing to serve underserved communities, and completing a National Health Service Corps commitment can accelerate placement. Having your New Jersey medical license active before interviewing and demonstrating EHR proficiency gives candidates a meaningful edge.

Where can I find and apply to primary care physician jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to primary care physician jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location in New Jersey, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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