Founded in 1972, JC clinic serves as a free clinic for patients whose incomes are insufficient to pay for private medical care, lack health insurance, and are ineligible for government assistance.

The clinic provides medical care, medication, and other support services free of charge to approximately 15,000 patients annually.

The Public Sector Medicine Program (PSMP) formalized the USF presence at JCHC since 1985. PSMP operates 2 afternoon clinics per week and 2 Wednesday evening clinics each month.