Job Summary
Job Description
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been providing comprehensive, quality and affordable health care services and programs to our communities for almost 40 years. We have continued to invest in our communities, innovating how health care is delivered, to meet the growing demand for care. We continue to grow strategically with close to 60 clinics serving communities across Houston, Baytown, Beaumont and Deer Park. We’ve also added services and programs; to help ensure we remain at the forefront of connecting our communities to health every day, in every way.
Be part of a true Legacy and enjoy a rewarding career by making a difference in the lives of so many patients at Legacy Community Health.
Working at Legacy as a qualified FQH
About the Position
The Adult Medicine Physician will be working at a large FQHQ in a medically underserved community focusing mainly on adult patients. You will need to be comfortable treating adults during evaluation, treatment, and management. Although many patients will come to you with acute issues, you will also need to screen for all chronic diseases. This position may also include clinical oversight for mid-level providers. Although you will have scheduled hours to work in the clinic, you will also need to be available for on-call services as required in addition to clinical or operations-related meetings that may take place after-hours.
Legacy is a proud employer sponsor of TACHC Loan Repayment program for physicians and therapists, where eligible employees can earn up to $180,000 in loan repayment assistance.
Requirements
- Medical Doctorate (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
- Current Texas licensure
- Must have a current DEA
- Community healthcare experience
- Spanish speaking, preferred