Physician, Internal Medicine

Role summary

Physician, Internal Medicine is a full-time role at St Jude Neighborhood Health Centers in Fullerton, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-06. Salary: USD 253,000–289,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Physician, Internal Medicine

Company

St Jude Neighborhood Health Centers

Location

Fullerton, California, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Healthcare Support

Salary

USD 253,000–289,000 per year

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-06

Job description

Description

We are seeking a compassionate and skillful Internal Medicine physician, with a proven track record for success in chronic disease management, and a passion for increasing health care access and outcomes for underserved communities.

Join us in serving the community through meaningful work caring for others.

We make an impact in our communities toward excellent care for those who have historically experienced health disparities and challenges accessing medical care. You will find the work rewarding, compelling, and meaningful. We thrive on providing care that puts patients at the forefront of treatment, fostering excellence, justice, compassion, and dignity within each other, our patients, and our communities.

The position is at our new health center in Fullerton, Califnoria. The facility is currently under development, and the selected clinician will serve at a nearby site until the new site is complete and ready for patients.

More details on the position :

Provide high quality and evidence-based primary care to underserved patients. Most patients will be individuals recently discharge from local hospitals that don't have an established medical home.

Using a team-based model of care, collaborate with other caregivers to effectively improve the overall health of our patients and communities.

Responsible for performing physical and psychosocial assessments, diagnosis and management of chronic and acute health and illness needs.

Assumes responsibility and accountability for the continuity of healthcare and health education regardless of the presence or absence of disease.

Perform in-clinic procedures

Utilizes standardized procedures

Consults with Chief Medical Officer on complex cases, as needed.

Supervise advance practice nurse or PA, as assigned.

Ensures services are evidenced-based, trauma-informed, culturally attuned, and tailored to patient population needs.

Documents, via EMR, all patient interactions, treatments plans, and interventions utilized in a timely manner.

Assist with coverage and tasks of other providers, as needed.

Perform care and services confidentially, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

Participate in case consultations, professional development opportunities, as needed and guided by department and patient needs.

Adhere to department and organizational programs.

Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

Salary:

$253,000 - $289,000, Yearly based on a 40-hour work week.

Professional Development & Continuing Education:

Professional Development Days

Reimbursement for CME costs (with some limits)

Paid Time Off

Health and Dental Insurance

Financial Wellness - Retirement & Investment:

401(k) (Vanguard) - eligible first of the month following 30 days, with company match after 1 year of service

Profit-sharing

Other Benefits:

Pet Insurance

Potential for Student Loan Forgiveness through National Health Service Corps

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any protected basis.

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers follows the Religious and Ethical Directives for Catholic Healthcare. We do not participate in activities that would end or diminish life. We do not provide non-medically indicated contraception, abortions, or assist in life-ending procedures.

Requirements

Education:

Doctorate in Medicine from accredited institution

License / Certifications:

Licensed MD/DO in the State of California

Board Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine

DEA certified

Provider level basic life support (BLS) from American Heart Association approved program

California Medi-Cal and/or PAVE enrolled provider

Experience:

Experience providing direct patient care. preferably in an outpatient or community-based setting

Training:

Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Proficiency in EMR Systems, with EPIC experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Willingness to use a translator or translation services to best serve patient treatment needs

Proficient in computer programs and systems, including email, internet, and Microsoft Office suite

Expertise in applying evidenced-based medicine to treat and diagnosis. Demonstrated ability in applying methods of scientific inquiry and exercising of clinical judgment in challenging situations.

Exemplar communication and leadership skills, including active listening, taking initiative, following guidance, and setting examples for excellent care of patients.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, remaining current on medical practices and professional credentialing and licensure necessary for continuous employment with St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers.

Ability to interface effectively with all caregivers across all levels and departments.

Demonstrated commitment to interpersonal and cultural sensitivity, valuing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, promoting high-quality care to diverse populations.

Demonstrates the ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish without an interpreter, is preferred.