Integrative Medicine Physician (MD/DO)
Listed compensation
$290K - $335K
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Job Description
Since 1970, FHCSD’s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year — 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured.
With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits — it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego’s communities.
Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is seeking an Integrative Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join a growing, multidisciplinary care team delivering whole-person care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting.
This role blends primary care, lifestyle medicine, and integrative approaches within a highly collaborative model that includes Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Mental Health, and Health Education.
The physician will serve as the clinical lead in developing and delivering individualized, evidence-informed care plans that address the full spectrum of patient needs.
This is an opportunity to practice true integrative medicine at scale, serving diverse and underserved communities while working within a structured, team-based model.
More about FHCSD: youtube.com Responsibilities Provide comprehensive primary care with an integrative, whole-person approach Develop individualized care plans incorporating lifestyle medicine, behavioral health, and appropriate complementary therapies Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members (PT, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Mental Health, Health Education) to coordinate care Manage acute and chronic conditions with a focus on prevention and long-term health outcomes Educate patients on nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and behavior change strategies Utilize evidence-informed integrative approaches alongside conventional medical treatments Ensure accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record Participate in care model development and continuous improvement of integrative service delivery
Qualifications
MD or DO with active California medical license Board-certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related primary care specialty Fellowship training or board certification in Integrative Medicine (e. g., American Board of Integrative Medicine) preferred Experience or strong interest in lifestyle medicine, obesity medicine, or whole-person care models Demonstrated ability to work in team-based, multidisciplinary environments Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations Compensation and Benefits $290,000 - $335,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available) Sign-on Bonus and up to $50,000 in Annual Incentives Free Malpractice Insurance CME Credit and Time Off NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance Relocation Assistance We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $290,000.00 - $335,000.00 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Founded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved.
We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country.
Anti-Discrimination Statement Family Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary care using an integrative, whole-person approach within a multidisciplinary team. Develop individualized care plans that combine conventional medical treatments with lifestyle medicine and complementary therapies.
Requirements
Requires an MD or DO with an active California medical license and board certification in Family or Internal Medicine. Fellowship training in Integrative Medicine is preferred, along with a commitment to serving underserved populations.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Integrative Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Integrative Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 38% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$313k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $282k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Family Health Centers of San Diego ranks #4 of 31 employers hiring Integrative Medicine on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 36 active listings.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Integrative Medicine Physician (MD/DO) at Family Health Centers of San Diego a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 21,509 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.
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