Complete Physician Job Search Guide

Introduction

Finding the right physician position requires a strategic approach that goes beyond simply browsing job boards. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of the process.

Understanding Your Career Goals

Before starting your job search, take time to reflect on what matters most to you:

• Work-life balance: How many hours per week are you willing to work?
• Practice setting: Academic, private practice, hospital-employed, or locums?
• Geographic preferences: Are you flexible on location, or do you have specific requirements?
• Compensation priorities: Base salary vs. productivity bonuses vs. benefits

Where to Find Opportunities

Job Boards and Aggregators

• Mozibox curates physician opportunities across specialties
• PracticeLink, PracticeMatch, and Health eCareers are popular platforms
• LinkedIn increasingly hosts physician positions

Networking

• Professional associations in your specialty
• Alumni networks from medical school and residency
• Conference connections

Recruiters

• Understand the difference between retained and contingency recruiters
• Ask about their relationships with specific organizations

Evaluating Opportunities

When reviewing positions, consider:

1. Compensation structure: Base salary, RVU incentives, quality bonuses
2. Benefits package: Health insurance, retirement, CME allowance, malpractice coverage
3. Call schedule: Frequency, compensation, backup support
4. Support staff: MA ratios, scribes, advanced practice providers
5. Growth potential: Partnership track, leadership opportunities

Red Flags to Watch For

• High turnover in the position or department
• Vague answers about compensation or expectations
• Pressure to sign quickly without due diligence time
• Significantly above-market compensation (may indicate unrealistic expectations)

Next Steps

Ready to start your search? Browse our current physician opportunities or set up job alerts to be notified of new positions.