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Unity Health Care
Washington, District of Columbia

Physician - Family Medicine -Upper Cardoza -Fulltime

Family MedicineFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Physician – Family Medicine / Internal Medicine

  • Location: Washington, DC
  • Organization: Unity Health Care
  • Department: Primary Care
  • Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

About Unity Health Care

Unity Health Care is the largest network of community health centers in Washington, D.C., dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered healthcare services to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay. Unity serves a diverse patient population and is deeply committed to advancing health equity, improving community health outcomes, and eliminating barriers to care.

Through integrated primary care, behavioral health, specialty services, and community-based programs, Unity Health Care continues to make a lasting impact throughout Washington, DC.

Position Summary

Unity Health Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our Primary Care team in Washington, DC. This full-time outpatient position provides comprehensive primary care services to patients across diverse and underserved communities within a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment.

The Physician will deliver evidence-based medical care focused on prevention, chronic disease management, patient education, and whole-person care while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and access to care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based primary care services to patients of all ages
  • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
  • Provide preventive health screenings, wellness visits, and patient education
  • Coordinate care with specialists, behavioral health providers, and community support services
  • Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health efforts
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to support integrated patient-centered care
  • Promote culturally competent and compassionate healthcare delivery
  • Support organizational goals focused on patient satisfaction, access, and quality outcomes
  • Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies

Minimum Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school required
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required
  • Current or eligible medical license in the District of Columbia required
  • Current DEA registration required
  • Strong commitment to serving medically underserved and diverse patient populations
  • Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Experience in community health, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), or ambulatory care settings preferred

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance incentives
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Generous paid time off and CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage provided
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Why Join Unity?

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization making a lasting impact on public health in Washington, DC while serving diverse and underserved communities and advancing health equity
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic, patient-centered care in a supportive and team-oriented healthcare environment
  • Access opportunities for continued professional growth, leadership development, innovation, and HRSA/NHSC Loan Repayment opportunities of up to $50,000 for an initial two-year service commitment for eligible providers
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families throughout the community

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree and be board-certified or board-eligible in Family or Internal Medicine. A current medical license in the District of Columbia and DEA registration are required, along with a strong commitment to serving medically underserved communities.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Clinical documentationMultidisciplinary collaborationCulturally competent careAcute medical condition management

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for District of Columbia is 109.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

What does the Family Medicine market look like in District of Columbia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedFamily Medicine median $275k (middle half $265k–$305k)182 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingDistrict of Columbia index 109.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Family Medicine listings in District of Columbia13 active2,615 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$50k loan repaymentUS Physician listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 11% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Family Medicine hiring demand#10 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 857 postings, 907 closed
New Family Medicine listings1,781 in the last 30 days1,398 the 30 days before (+27%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Family Medicine pay trend+3.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Family Medicine Jobs

41 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

41 jobs · 31 employers
8
<$275k
13
$275k-310k
5
$310k-345k
11
$345k-380k
4
$380k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

36 jobs · 31 employers
401k / retirement match
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
61%
CME allowance
58% this job
Relocation assistance
42%
Loan repayment
25% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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MASC Medical · Atlanta, Georgia

$350k-$400k
#2

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$385k-$395k
#3

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Family Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,601 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Unity Health Care

Hospitals and Health Care
Washington, DC
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Generous paid time off
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage
Professional development opportunities
HRSA/NHSC Loan Repayment up to $50,000

Living in Washington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$638k≈ 2.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,484/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.