Primary Care Physician
Listed compensation
$210k-$280k
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Job Description
Join Vanguard Medical Group as a Primary Care Physician in Farmingdale, NJ
About Vanguard Medical Group
Vanguard Medical Group is an independent primary care practice with 11 offices throughout Northern and Central New Jersey. We are committed to delivering evidence-based, high-quality healthcare that improves outcomes for our patients and the communities we serve. We also value the well-being of our employees and strive to provide an engaging work environment that supports work-life balance and professional fulfillment.
About the Role
Vanguard Medical Group is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our family medicine practice in Farmingdale, NJ. In this role, you will provide comprehensive patient care, build meaningful relationships with patients, promote preventive health and wellness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support positive health outcomes.
Location: Farmingdale, NJSchedule: Full-Time
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive primary care, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, medication management, vaccinations, and preventive services.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic testing and review medical records and clinical data to support accurate diagnoses.
Document and maintain complete and accurate patient medical histories, examination findings, treatment plans, and reports.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
- Clearly communicate diagnoses, test results, treatment options, and recommended next steps with patients.
- Counsel patients on preventive health, nutrition, physical activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare professionals when additional services are needed.
- Collaborate with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other members of the care team to support coordinated patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement efforts and initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Board certification in Family Medicine required.
- Valid and unrestricted New Jersey medical license.
- Two or more years of experience in family medicine or primary care preferred.
- Ability to manage a diverse patient population while supporting quality and population health initiatives.
- Strong proficiency with electronic medical records; Athena experience preferred.
- Ability to effectively use clinical data to support patient care and outcomes.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Core Competencies
- Patient-Centered Care & Health Promotion
- Clinical Excellence & Thoroughness
- Data-Driven Quality Improvement
- Medical Teamwork & Collaboration
- Patient Education & Motivational Counseling
- Infection Control & Safety Practices
- Administering Medications & Minor Procedures
- Continuous Self-Development & Professional Growth
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- May require light lifting (up to 20 lbs.) for supplies or office materials.
- Must have visual and auditory acuity to operate computer systems and phones.
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated annual compensation for this position ranges from $210,000-$280,000, depending on the role and experience level. Additionally, this position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and other company-sponsored benefits.
Benefits Include
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision)
- Paid time off, including vacation/personal days, holidays, and sick time
- Opportunities for ongoing training, certification, and professional development
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Please note that individual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to: location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.
EEOC Statement
Vanguard Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Primary Care — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 58% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$245k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $225k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Care Physician at Vanguard Medical Group a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Primary Care — ranked against 1,311 active Primary Care listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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