Staff Physician, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics
Listed compensation
$237k-$296k
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Job Description
Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference.
We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone.
Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Staff Physician delivers comprehensive primary care services to participants of AltaMed’s Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). This provider plays a central role within the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), ensuring high-quality, patient-centered, and regulatory-compliant care.
Care delivery spans multiple settings, including the PACE center, participants’ homes, virtual consultations, and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). The provider is responsible for managing a defined panel of participants, promoting wellness, preventing illness, and coordinating care with specialists and IDT members.
Minimum Requirements
Primary Care Physicians who are Board-certified and eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Geriatrics.
- Physician with an active unrestricted CA license to practice medicine by the Medical Board of California.
- Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.
- Current DEA license required.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation
$237,078.40 - $296,337.60 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
- Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Key Responsibilities
The Staff Physician provides comprehensive primary care to elderly participants within the PACE program across various settings including centers, homes, and nursing facilities. They serve as a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered, and compliant care delivery.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board-certified or eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Geriatrics with an active, unrestricted California medical license. A current DEA license and valid BLS certification are required, along with experience in computer-based medical systems.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Internal Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Internal Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 34% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$267k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $241k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $237k–$296k | Internal Medicine median $316k (middle half $293k–$339k)30 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$241k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Internal Medicine listings in California | 189 active | 1,323 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 34% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physician listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 27% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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