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Oceanside, California

HIV Credentialed Infectious Disease Physician

Infectious DiseasePart-Time

Listed compensation

$275k-$330k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Oceanside - Oceanside, CA
  • Position Type: Variable Part-time
  • Salary Range: $275000.00 - $330000.00Salary
  • Job Category: Health Care

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County.

Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the HIV Credentialed Physician works closely with those patients affected by HIV/AIDS, as well as provides preventative care and consultation for family and internal medicine.

They utilize their skills while consulting with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment; and recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or to help diagnose condition.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Duties/Responsibilities Provide comprehensive primary health services to DAP Health Medical Clinic patients, with and without HIV, in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease Act as a primary healthcare clinician within the scope of their primary care to include preventative care, immunizations, health education, prescribing of medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations and nutrition Refers patients to specialists as necessary Timely documentation of all patient care activities in Epic (EHR system) Maintain high-quality medical care for our patients by committing to our quality metrics and workflows Monitor DAP Health HIV medical clinic patients and provides medical examinations and referrals as needed Order or execute various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on the patient's condition Administer and prescribe treatments Participate in weekly clinician meetings Participate in community forums/medical education programs Maintain EHR documentation of all services rendered, including examination, treatment and referrals Access patient-protected health information as needed Maintain working relationships with all DAP Health medical clinic staff to ensure continuity of care to all patients Demonstrate superior mentoring and supervisory skills that engender strong clinical leadership.

Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities Knowledge and experience in the care and treatment of conditions associated with HIV/AIDS through either HIV Specialist certification from the American Academy of HIV Medicine or an Infectious disease fellowship Excellent clinical skills Desire and ability to teach Education and Experience Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (MD/DO).

Knowledge and experience in the care and treatment of diseases associated with HIV/AIDS; HIV Specialist certification through the American Academy of HIV Medicine required upon hire 3 years of direct experience of providing HIV care Must possess Federal DEA License Licensed Medical Doctor in the state of California Board Certification in a Primary Care discipline Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or the American Safety and Health Institute Preferred but not required to be hired: Epic experience Bilingual in Spanish Experience working in an FQHC Experience working with LGBTQ clients Transgender Competency Working Conditions/Physical

Requirements

This position is located at a DAP Health Clinic Ability to lift 50 pounds. Operates in a clinical setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion and talking

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive primary health services, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of HIV/AIDS. They are responsible for conducting patient examinations, ordering diagnostic tests, and maintaining accurate medical documentation in the Epic EHR system.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, possess a valid California medical license, and have at least 3 years of direct HIV care experience. An HIV Specialist certification from the American Academy of HIV Medicine is required upon hire.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

BLS (preferred)DEA License (preferred)Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Infectious disease managementClinical diagnosisPatient consultationTreatment planningElectronic health recordsMedical leadershipDiagnostic testing

Infectious Disease — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$303k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $273k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$275k–$330kPhysician median $239k (middle half $222k–$316k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$273k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All physician listings in California2,636 active22,379 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $90k) · 28% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Infectious Disease hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 33 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 35 postings, 41 closed
New Infectious Disease listings48 in the last 30 days28 the 30 days before (+71%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend (all specialties)−5.6% 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. California figures use all physicians: too few California Infectious Disease postings state pay.

Top Infectious Disease Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

12 jobs · 4 employers
2
<$315k
0
$315k-330k
1
$335k
9
$350k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs · 4 employers
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
25%
Sign-on bonus
17%
Relocation assistance
17%
Visa sponsorship
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 1.5
Below most Infectious Disease listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 155 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Oceanside

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$845k≈ 3.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,910/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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