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Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Family Physician!
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Family Physician ready to make a real impact? We invite you to bring your expertise and heart for care to our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), where we serve a richly diverse, multicultural community.
Position: Family Physician
Location: Erie, Pennsylvania (Visa sponsorship available)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, first shift (five 8-hour days)
Reports to: Medical Director
About Community Health Net (CHN)
Our mission at Community Health Net is simple yet profound: To improve the quality of life in our region by providing professional healthcare services with compassion, respect, and dignity to all.
Key Aspects of Our Community-Focused Approach
Footprint: One in six residents of Erie, PA, are our health center patients.
Inclusivity: Quality health services regardless of ability to pay.
Partnership and Innovation: Collaboration is at the heart of our efforts, as we partner with like-minded individuals and organizations to strengthen community health and wellness—especially among underserved populations.
Comprehensive Care: Our primary care practice extends beyond conventional methods, offering a spectrum of services including medical, dental, optometry, HIV/AIDS intervention, behavioral health, and healthcare for the homeless. We also provide vital support services such as interpretive services, health education, case management, and transportation.
Commitment to Growth: Recognizing the growing demand for high-quality healthcare services—particularly among the uninsured and underinsured—we are committed to ongoing innovation and collaboration to ensure care for all members of the Erie community.
What You’ll Do
As a vital member of our collaborative care team, you’ll provide primary medical services across all ages—focusing on preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute needs.
You will:
Deliver high-quality outpatient care to a multilingual, multicultural population
Prescribe treatments and medications in accordance with Pennsylvania state guidelines
Support wellness through patient education, family guidance, and community health promotion
Collaborate with specialists and fellow providers to ensure continuity of care
Stay current with advancements in family medicine through ongoing professional development
What You Bring
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certification in Family Medicine
Completion of a Family Medicine residency
Pennsylvania medical license (or eligibility)
DEA registration
Strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to compassionate care
Proficiency in musculoskeletal ultrasound and electronic health records (NextGen experience a plus)
A collaborative, community-first mindset
Why Join Us?
We value our providers and invest in their success. Benefits include:
Competitive salary + generous incentives
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid CME, malpractice, life and disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Loan repayment support (NHSC & State programs)
Additional compensation for weekend shifts
Supportive call rotation
J-1/H-1B Visa sponsorship available
5 Reasons to Love Erie
The Beaches: The natural beauty of Presque Isle State Park can be experienced year-round.
A Welcoming Spirit: Erie’s residents pride themselves on a strong sense of community, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Booming Growth and Revitalization: Erie is in the midst of a remarkable era of renaissance. Thanks to the city’s location along the shores of Lake Erie and a surge of innovative redevelopment, rebuilding, and rebranding, the area is transforming into a vibrant community.
Affordability: The cost of living in Erie is reasonable compared to larger metropolitan cities, making it an attractive place to live, work, and play.
Hidden Gems: Beyond Erie’s well-known attractions is a treasure trove of often missed attractions and experiences waiting to be discovered and explored—such as the Performing Artist Collective Alliance.
If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you’re looking for a calling—apply today and help shape the future of community health.
