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Direct Primary Care Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Primary Care Physican

Laurel, MD · On-site

$120 - $140/hr

Minimum of 2 years of direct adult primary care experience preferred. * Must have professional liability coverage or willingness to obtain it as apart of onboarding. * Excellent bedside manner with a ...

Primary Care Physician

Washington, DC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Primary Care Physician Full Time Professional Northwest Center, Washington, DC, US 6 days ago ... Medical Director. Requirements/Qualifications: * ● Current DC medical license; * ● Board ...

Primary Care Physician

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Provide the full scope of primary care services which fall under his/her field of training ... Medical Director. Requirements/Qualifications: ● Current DC medical license; ● Current DEA ...

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Laurel, MD · On-site

$105K - $143K/yr

Minimum of 2 years of direct adult primary care experience preferred. * Must have professional liability insurance or willingness to obtain it. * Excellent bedside manner with a genuine desire to ...

Full-Time Primary Care Physician FTE: 1.0 Location: Multiple openings across Northern Virginia ... Director of Physician Services Recruitment, at anbell@vhchealth.org At VHC Health, every role ...

Full-Time Primary Care Physician FTE: 1.0 Location: Multiple openings across Northern Virginia ... Director of Physician Services Recruitment, at anbell@vhchealth.org At VHC Health, every role ...

Primary Care Medical Director

Mclean, VA · On-site

$350K - $375K/yr

As a Full Time Medical Director, you'll provide care to client employees and their dependents ages ... primary health care to patients depending on the needs of the client * Oversees the site(s ...

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How much do direct primary care jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct primary care in Washington is $19.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.88 and $20.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is direct primary care?

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a healthcare model where patients pay their primary care providers a flat monthly or annual fee directly, instead of using traditional health insurance for routine services. This arrangement typically covers most primary care services, including check-ups, preventive care, and basic lab work, without additional co-pays or hidden costs. DPC aims to improve patient access to care, foster stronger doctor-patient relationships, and reduce administrative burdens for physicians. Patients often benefit from longer appointments, more personalized care, and easier access to their doctors through phone or email. However, DPC does not usually replace the need for insurance to cover specialist care, hospitalizations, or emergency services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a direct primary care physician?

To thrive as a Direct Primary Care (DPC) physician, you need a medical degree, board certification in family or internal medicine, and strong clinical diagnostic skills. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine platforms, and practice management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and an entrepreneurial mindset help build lasting patient relationships and manage a patient-focused business. These skills ensure high-quality, accessible care while supporting the unique, patient-centered model of the DPC practice.

What are some of the unique challenges faced by physicians working in direct primary care practices?

Physicians in Direct Primary Care often face the challenge of building and maintaining a patient panel, as practice growth relies heavily on word-of-mouth and community engagement rather than traditional insurance referrals. Additionally, DPC doctors must handle a broad range of administrative and business responsibilities, from marketing the practice to managing memberships and billing directly. However, they typically benefit from more time with patients and less insurance paperwork, allowing for deeper patient relationships and personalized care. Collaboration with external specialists and hospitals is still essential, requiring strong communication skills to coordinate patient care outside the DPC model.

What is the difference between Direct Primary Care vs Family Physician?

AspectDirect Primary CareFamily Physician
CredentialsMedical degree, state medical license, often no additional certification requiredMedical degree, state medical license, board certification in family medicine
Work EnvironmentPrivate clinics, concierge practices, direct patient relationshipsHospitals, clinics, private practices, broader patient population
Employer & Industry UsageIndependent practices, direct-to-patient modelHospitals, healthcare systems, private practices
Comparison Search IntentUnderstanding alternative primary care modelsTraditional primary care roles

Direct Primary Care providers focus on personalized, membership-based healthcare without insurance billing, often working in private clinics. Family Physicians are licensed medical doctors providing comprehensive care, typically within hospitals or clinics, and may work in traditional or concierge settings. While both roles involve primary care, DPC emphasizes direct patient relationships and subscription models, whereas Family Physicians follow broader medical protocols within the healthcare system.

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What cities in Washington are hiring for Direct Primary Care jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Direct Primary Care job openings:

Infographic showing various Direct Primary Care job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,512 per year, or $19 per hour.

Direct Primary Care Physician - Arlington, VA

Kerix

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$190 - $250/hr

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Direct Primary Care Physician - Arlington, VA

Kerix Fairfax, Virginia, United States

About this position

About Kerix

Kerix is a healthcare organization focused exclusively on membership-based medicine. We believe healthcare should be personal, accessible, and proactive—and that stronger relationships between clinicians and patients lead to better care and better outcomes.

Kerix operates through two business units:

KerixHealth owns and operates Direct Primary Care clinics across the country, providing patients with more time with their care teams, convenient access, and a proactive approach to their health. Our organization includes KerixHealth and AdvocateMD.

Specialdocs Consultants helps physicians transition from traditional fee-for-service medicine to concierge medicine, creating more sustainable and relationship-centered practices.

Across our organization, we are united by a shared mission: to restore healthcare by putting people back at the center of care. Our model emphasizes same-or next-day appointments, longer and more meaningful visits, direct access to care teams, preventive care, transparent pricing, and coordination throughout the healthcare journey.

Kerix is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with teams and practices located across the country. Learn more at Kerix.com.

Join a Growing Direct Primary Care Practice in Northern Colorado

KerixHealth is seeking a Family Medicine or Med/Peds physician to support our growing Direct Primary Care practices in Fairfax and Ashburn, Virginia.

This is an exceptional opportunity to practice out of two established and thriving clinics alongside an experienced physician colleague who has built strong relationships within their communities. As patient demand continues to grow, we are expanding our physician team to increase access while maintaining the personalized, relationship-based care that defines the Direct Primary Care model.

We're looking for a physician who enjoys broad-scope family medicine, values meaningful patient relationships, and believes primary care should be proactive, accessible, and comprehensive. If you're seeking a practice environment that prioritizes quality over volume and gives you the time to truly care for your patients, we'd love to speak with you.

About KerixHealth

Founded in 2009, KerixHealth is one of the nation's most established Direct Primary Care organizations. We operate more than 20 clinic locations and support a network of over 100 affiliated Direct Primary Care practices across the country.

Our mission is simple: restore the physician-patient relationship and create a healthcare experience centered on accessibility, prevention, continuity, and exceptional service. Through our membership-based model, physicians care for smaller patient panels, spend more meaningful time with patients, and practice medicine without the constraints of traditional fee-for-service healthcare.

For more than 15 years, we have been committed to helping physicians rediscover the joy of practicing medicine while delivering better outcomes for the patients and employers we serve.

Why This Opportunity Is Different
  • Join an established and growing Direct Primary Care practice
  • Work alongside experienced physicians who share a passion for relationship-based care
  • Longer appointment times and meaningful patient interactions
  • Focus on quality, prevention, and service—not RVUs
  • Broad-scope family medicine with the flexibility to fully utilize your clinical skills
  • Strong clinical and operational support
  • Opportunity to immediately impact growing patient demand for Direct Primary Care
  • Stable, established organization with a proven Direct Primary Care model

Job Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care services for a limited patient panel across our Fairfax and Ashburn clinics, including preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, and care coordination. Develop long-term relationships with patients and families while delivering highly personalized, accessible care. Collaborate closely with physician colleagues and support staff to provide a seamless patient experience and maintain the high standards of care that have fueled the growth of both practices. Physicians are encouraged to practice broad-scope family medicine, manage patients comprehensively whenever appropriate, and serve as trusted advocates for their patients' health and wellness.

Qualifications

  • Required
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Med/Peds
  • Active Virginia medical license or ability to obtain prior to start
  • Minimum 5 years of post-residency clinical experience preferred
  • Strong commitment to evidence-based medicine and outstanding patient care
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Passion for comprehensive, patient-centered primary care
  • Professional malpractice history in good standing
  • Preferred
  • Direct Primary Care, Concierge Medicine, Primary Care or other relationship-based care experienceExperience managing a broad range of primary care conditions independently
  • Community-oriented mindset and desire to build strong patient relationships
  • Interest in helping grow and strengthen an established practice

Working Hours

  • Full-time schedule is 4 days in clinic and 1 half day for administrative duties
  • Clinics are open Monday-Friday 8 am -5 pm
  • Daytime clinic schedule shared between Fairfax and Ashburn locations
  • Limited after-hours support for your patient panel, with coverage provided during scheduled time off.
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