Find a job in family medicine

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Your next opportunity is around the corner. Get prepared with family medicine job search pointers, featured openings, resume tools and employment contract tips.

Family physicians have more options than ever—part-time roles, full-scope primary care, hospital-based practice and more.


Family physician jobs: Current openings


Job search tips to find your ideal position

  1. Use AAFP CareerLink to search for openings. Apply filters by location, job function (i.e., type of work), visa assistance and more, and sign up to get job alerts when positions that match your interests are added.

  2. Make a list of the qualities you’re looking for in a physician employer. Know the signs of a good physician employer and what to listen for during the interview process.

  3. Be ready to apply right away. Access the AAFP’s free physician CV templates for members, including custom templates for new physicians and academic physicians.


Keywords to help narrow your search

Using the right keywords can help you focus your search and tailor your resume to stand out for the roles that match your skills and goals.

  • Academic family medicine
  • Telemedicine
  • Locum tenens
  • Full spectrum
  • Sports medicine
  • Hospitalist
  • Family medicine with obstetrics
  • Urgent care
  • Palliative care

Free physician CV templates

You can stand out as a candidate with a concise, organized curriculum vitae. AAFP members can download editable CV templates. Upload your CV to family medicine’s job board, AAFP CareerLink, to sign up for a free, professional review; quickly apply to jobs; and get matched with positions that align with your interests.

Resident/new physician CV template

Physicians looking for a first job should highlight leadership positions, educational activities and memberships near the top of their CV.

Experienced practicing physician CV template

Have a variety of professional roles and accomplishments to organize and highlight? This template includes several headings to help you categorize.

Academic physician CV template

Ensure you include detailed information about your scholarly and educational achievements in a relevant and organized way.

Medical student CV template

Showcase your educational journey and experiences in a clean format.

Got the offer? Negotiate a fair contract.

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