Primary Care Physician Jobs in Virginia

Primary Care Physician jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, with consistent demand from large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and military-affiliated medical facilities, covering everything from early-career physicians completing their first years post-residency through senior and medical director-level roles. Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Virginia Beach are the busiest hiring markets, home to major employers such as Inova Health System, Sentara Healthcare, and VCU Health. Family medicine and internal medicine are the most sought-after specialties, followed by growing demand in geriatrics given Virginia's expanding older adult population. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles83
Top employerPrivia Medical
Top cityArlington, VA
Cities hiring37
Work type87% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine) - MedStar Health at Alexandria
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Primary Care Physician (Family Medicine) - MedStar Health at Alexandria
MedStar Health
Alexandria, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Primary Care- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Primary Care- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
MId-Atlantic Long Term Care
Norfolk, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$110k - $180k/yr
On-Site

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Physician- Section Chief Primary Care Service
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Physician- Section Chief Primary Care Service
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Chesapeake, Virginia
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
$265k - $273k/yr
On-Site
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Primary Care Physician in Washington DC/Northern Virginia
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Primary Care Physician in Washington DC/Northern Virginia
Heale Medical
Tysons Corner, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$180k - $250k/yr
On-Site

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Patient Services Representative - Physician Practice - Short Pump Primary Care
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Patient Services Representative - Physician Practice - Short Pump Primary Care
Bon Secours
Richmond, Virginia
Business Operations
Human Resources
Project Management
$16.76 - $24.65/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Primary Care Physician Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Arlington
7 jobs
Fairfax
6 jobs
Fredericksburg
6 jobs
Richmond
5 jobs
Alexandria
5 jobs
Norfolk
4 jobs
Chesapeake
4 jobs
Farmville
3 jobs
Virginia Beach
3 jobs

Primary Care Physician Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

  • Privia Medical21
  • Centra Health7
  • Mary Washington Healthcare6
  • VHC Health4
  • Riverside Health4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Technology & Software

What Virginia Employers Look For

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

  • Active Virginia medical license issued by the Virginia Board of Medicine
  • Board certification or board eligibility in a primary care specialty
  • Completion of an accredited residency program in family medicine or internal medicine
  • Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing in Virginia
  • Experience using electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Ability to maintain hospital privileges at an affiliated Virginia facility

Primary Care Physician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a primary care physician in Virginia?

To become a primary care physician in Virginia, you must earn a medical degree from an accredited institution, complete a residency in a primary care specialty such as family medicine or internal medicine, and obtain a license from the Virginia Board of Medicine by passing the USMLE or COMLEX examination series. Virginia does not have a separate state medical exam, but the Board requires verification of training and a background check before issuing an unrestricted license to practice.

Which companies hire primary care physicians in Virginia?

Employers hiring primary care physicians in Virginia right now include Privia Medical, Centra Health, and Mary Washington Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's mix of large integrated systems, community health centers, and military-affiliated facilities means openings appear across both major metros and rural regions throughout the state.

Which Virginia cities have the most primary care physician jobs?

Arlington, Fairfax, and Fredericksburg have the most primary care physician openings in Virginia. Richmond and Northern Virginia draw the highest volume because of their large integrated health systems and dense population centers, while Virginia Beach and Norfolk benefit from a substantial military and veteran population served by both federal and private healthcare providers in the Hampton Roads region.

Are there remote primary care physician jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Primary care medicine is fundamentally a hands-on, in-person specialty, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 13% of primary care physician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be telehealth-only roles focused on chronic disease management, behavioral health integration, or urgent care triage rather than comprehensive primary care panel management.

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

The most realistic path for physicians with limited post-training experience is applying directly to residency-to-practice pipeline programs at large Virginia systems such as Inova, Sentara, or VCU Health, which regularly recruit graduating residents into employed physician roles. Federally qualified health centers operating throughout rural and underserved Virginia communities often prioritize new physicians willing to work in high-need areas. Obtaining National Health Service Corps loan repayment eligibility by committing to a Virginia shortage area strengthens a new physician's application considerably and signals commitment to the state.

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

You can find and apply to primary care physician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across health systems, community health centers, and specialty practices. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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