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St Johns Community Health
East Compton, California

Family Medicine Physician – E Compton Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221

Family MedicineIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$285k-$335k

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Family Medicine Physician – East Compton Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221

Full-Time | Salary Range: $285,000–$335,000 | Sign-On Bonus: $20,000

About St. John’s Community Health

At St. John’s Community Health (SJCH), we believe healthcare is a human right—not a privilege. For more than 60 years, we’ve delivered quality, accessible care to Los Angeles’ most underserved communities and, in more recent years, expanded our reach into Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we’ve grown into a trusted network of community health centers across Southern California, driven by a commitment to equity, compassion, and impact.

Why Join St. John’s Community Health

When you join SJCH, you’re not just stepping into a healthcare job — you’re joining a bold, compassionate movement. Here, you’ll find mentorship, collaboration, and the freedom to make a real impact. Whether you’re just starting your clinical journey or seeking a place to grow, thrive, and lead with heart, SJCH is where meaningful careers are made.

About the Role

SJCH is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive, whole-person care for patients of all ages—helping advance our mission of health equity and community well-being. At SJCH, your passion for community-based medicine isn’t just welcomed—it’s celebrated. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services that make a tangible difference every day.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages
  • Conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and manage chronic and acute conditions
  • Partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, whole-person care

Educate patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle choices

  • Document care accurately in the EHR system
  • Participate in Saturday coverage (two per month) and one evening clinic per week (11:00 a. m.–7:30 p. m.)
  • Support SJCH’s mission through clinical service, outreach, and community engagement

What You’ll Bring

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency
  • Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine
  • Active California medical license, DEA, and BLS certification
  • Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Commitment to health equity and service to diverse communities

Compensation & Benefits

SJCH is committed to offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that support your growth and well-being.

Compensation: $285,000 – $335,000 annually (commensurate with experience, skills, and licensure), plus $20,000 sign-on bonus

Benefits Package

  • Loan Repayment Program(s) Eligibility
  • Free Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and one family member
  • Flexible Spending Account for qualified healthcare and/or dependent care expenses
  • Fertility Benefits Coverage
  • 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • 403 (b) retirement plan with discretionary 4% match
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance- Coverage level of $150,000, fully paid by SJCH

Transition Assistance

  • Relocation assistance
  • H-1 and J-1 visa sponsorships

Professional Development Offerings

  • Annual Continued Medical Education (CME) stipend and paid CME days provided, increasing with tenure — up to $2,000 and 5 CME days annually
  • Leadership development opportunities

Your Location

You’ll serve patients at our East Compton health center—delivering care where it’s needed most.

Why Join St. John’s Community Health?

  • Be part of a nationally recognized FQHC committed to advancing health equity
  • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that values your expertise and perspective
  • Access continuing education, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
  • Make a tangible impact in the communities you serve every day — your clinical work also contributes to national public health data and outcomes through SJCH’s deep partnership with Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)

Equal Opportunity Statement

St. John’s Community Health is an equal opportunity employer.

You are encouraged to apply regardless of your race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking, genetic information, political affiliation or activities, medical or health conditions, and marital status.

You are also invited to self-identify if you believe you may be covered by the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) and wish to benefit from the protections it offers.

Some positions may require enrollment in the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and discover how you can turn compassion into action—one patient, one family, and one community at a time.

Key Responsibilities

The Family Medicine Physician will provide comprehensive, whole-person care for patients of all ages, conducting physical exams, interpreting tests, and managing conditions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for integrated care delivery. Responsibilities also include educating patients, accurate EHR documentation, and participating in required Saturday coverage and one evening clinic per week.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and have completed an accredited Family Medicine residency. Required credentials include being Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, holding an active California medical license, DEA, and BLS certification, along with a commitment to health equity.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Diagnostic Tests InterpretationChronic Condition ManagementAcute Condition ManagementMultidisciplinary Team PartnershipPatient EducationHealth Equity Commitment

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$310k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $280k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 36% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.6
Better work-life than 20% of Family Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,560 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About St Johns Community Health

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Benefits & Perks

Loan Repayment Program(s) Eligibility
Free Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and one family member
Flexible Spending Account
Fertility Benefits Coverage
13 Paid Holidays + PTO
403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 4% match
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Relocation assistance