Physician - Family Medicine-Anacostia-Fulltime
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Job Description
Physician – Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
- Location: Washington, DC
- Organization: Unity Health Care
- Department: Primary Care
- Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
About Unity Health Care
Unity Health Care is the largest network of community health centers in Washington, D.C., dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered healthcare services to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay. Unity proudly serves diverse and underserved communities throughout the District and is deeply committed to advancing health equity, improving community health outcomes, and eliminating barriers to care.
Through integrated primary care, behavioral health, specialty services, and community-based programs, Unity Health Care continues to make a lasting impact on public health throughout Washington, DC.
Position Summary
Unity Health Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our Primary Care team in Washington, DC. This full-time outpatient position provides comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages within a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment.
The Physician will deliver evidence-based medical care focused on prevention, chronic disease management, patient education, and whole-person care while working closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and access to quality healthcare services.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based primary care services to patients of all ages
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Perform preventive health screenings, wellness visits, and patient education
- Coordinate patient care with specialists, behavioral health providers, and support services
- Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health efforts
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support integrated, patient-centered care
- Promote culturally competent and compassionate healthcare delivery
- Support organizational goals focused on patient satisfaction, access, and quality outcomes
- Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school required
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required
- Current or eligible medical license in the District of Columbia required
- Current DEA registration required
- Strong commitment to serving medically underserved and diverse patient populations
- Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Experience in community health, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), or ambulatory care settings preferred
Why Join Unity?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization making a lasting impact on public health in Washington, DC through compassionate, patient-centered care
- Serve diverse and underserved communities while advancing health equity and reducing barriers to healthcare access
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic, integrated care in a supportive and team-oriented environment
- Access opportunities for continued professional growth, leadership development, innovation, and continuing education
- Eligible providers may qualify for HRSA/NHSC Loan Repayment opportunities of up to $50,000 for an initial two-year service commitment
- Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, malpractice coverage, retirement contributions, CME allowance, and generous paid time off while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families throughout the community
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board-certified or board-eligible in Family or Internal Medicine. A current medical license in the District of Columbia and DEA registration are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for District of Columbia is 109.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Family Medicine median $275k (middle half $265k–$306k)185 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | District of Columbia index 109.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Family Medicine listings in District of Columbia | 13 active | 2,615 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 48% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k loan repayment | US Physician listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 11% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Family Medicine hiring demand | #10 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 38 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 857 postings, 907 closed |
| New Family Medicine listings | 1,781 in the last 30 days | 1,398 the 30 days before (+27%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Family Medicine pay trend | +3.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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