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ChesPenn Health Services
Chester, Pennsylvania

Family Medicine Physician

Family MedicineIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

About Us

ChesPenn Health Services is a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers serving communities across Chester and Delaware Counties. Our mission is to provide high-quality, integrated, and culturally sensitive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to adults and children—regardless of income, insurance status, or ability to pay.

We believe every person deserves a healthcare home. Join us in building healthier communities through compassionate, accessible care. This is more than a job—it’s a role that will love you back.

Position Summary

ChesPenn is seeking a dedicated and patient-centered Family Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive primary care to adults and children at our Chester, PA location. This role is ideal for a physician who thrives in a collaborative, community-focused environment and is passionate about serving medically underserved populations.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited medical school
  • Completion of an approved residency program in Family Medicine
  • Unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license
  • Board eligibility required; board certification preferred
  • DEA certification
  • Current COVID-19 and flu vaccinations required
  • Experience in ambulatory primary care or community health preferred
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent diagnostic and critical thinking abilities
  • Positive, inclusive, and patient-focused demeanor
  • Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles preferred
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a licensed automobile preferred
  • Ability to meet approved physical and medical standards

Scope of Responsibilities

Clinical

  • Provide routine and preventive care, including physical exams and screenings
  • Manage acute and chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
  • Conduct follow-up visits for patients referred to specialists
  • Educate patients on health maintenance and ongoing care
  • Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff
  • Supervise nurse practitioners and physician assistants
  • Participate in emergency call coverage rotation, including weekends and holidays
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct at all times
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Productivity

  • Maintain productivity levels in accordance with BPHC grant standards
  • Meet targets for patient encounters and visits per patient annually

Record-Keeping & Administration

  • Document patient care accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
  • Build relationships with community agencies and hospitals
  • Lead or support medical and public health initiatives as needed
  • Contribute to the development of the annual healthcare plan
  • Engage in continuing medical education and professional development

What We Offer

ChesPenn provides a dynamic and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) and Roth Retirement plan
  • 100% Employer paid Life and LTD Insurance
  • Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
  • Eligibility for the National Health Service Corps loan repayment program
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Please Note: To protect the safety of children and families—and to safeguard sensitive medical information—all candidates who accept any form of job offer, whether conditional, contingent, or final, are required to complete pre-employment screenings.

These may include child abuse clearance, criminal background checks, and other evaluations mandated by state and federal regulations. Depending on the position, additional requirements such as fingerprinting, drug testing, and verification of professional credentials may also apply.

ChesPenn Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note

ChesPenn uses a web-based application portal and emailing system to correspond with applicants. Please be sure to add notifications@app.bamboohr.com to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

Location: Chester, Pennsylvania

Department: Medical

Employment Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

Commensurate with Experience

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive primary care to adults and children, including routine physicals, screenings, and the management of acute and chronic conditions. They are also responsible for collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, supervising mid-level providers, and maintaining accurate patient records in the EMR system.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Diagnostic abilitiesPatient educationClinical documentationMultidisciplinary collaborationChronic condition managementAcute condition management

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania 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, 52% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Top Family Medicine Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 36 employers

18
<$330k
12
$330k-360k
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7
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2
$420k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks42 jobs · 36 employers

401k / retirement match
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
62%
CME allowance
55% this job
Relocation assistance
40%
Loan repayment
21% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Family Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,557 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Chester

Typical market rent
$1,338/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About ChesPenn Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Eddystone, Pennsylvania
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan
100% Employer Paid Life and LTD Insurance
Generous PTO
Flexible Scheduling
National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment
Professional Growth Opportunities