Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Family Practice in Houston, TX

Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: Houston, TX
Employer: Elite365
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Locum Tenens Family Medicine Physician

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) – Texas

We are seeking an experienced Locum Tenens Family Medicine Physician to provide high-quality, patient-centered care at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Texas. This assignment offers the opportunity to serve a diverse community while working as part of a collaborative, mission-driven clinical team.

Assignment Overview

The locum physician will examine, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, providing comprehensive primary care across the lifespan. The role includes preventive care, health education, and coordination of specialty referrals when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality medical care in accordance with established clinical protocols and funding source guidelines

• Perform focused to comprehensive patient assessments based on clinical setting

• Diagnose and manage acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and complex medical conditions in adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients

• Provide prenatal care for uncomplicated obstetric patients

• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests; adjust treatment plans as needed

• Prescribe medications in accordance with Texas statutes and professional practice guidelines

• Administer immunizations and provide preventive health counseling

• Educate patients on disease prevention, nutrition, physical activity, and health maintenance

• Perform in-scope diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including but not limited to:

  • Venipuncture and injections (IM, SQ, ID)

  • EKGs

  • CPR

  • Vision and hearing screenings

  • Wound care and aseptic techniques

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation; close charts within 48 hours or by the end of the serviced week

• Utilize ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding; participate in training as needed

• Refer patients to specialists and coordinate care appropriately

• Participate in quality improvement, utilization review, and compliance activities

• Collaborate with the clinical care team and Medical Director

• Participate in community health events, screenings, and education initiatives as requested

• Comply with all FQHC regulations, policies, and procedures

• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the organization’s mission, vision, and values

Requirements

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited Family Medicine Residency

• Board Certified by ABFM or AOBFM

• Minimum 3 years of Family Medicine experience preferred

• Active and unrestricted Texas Medical License

• Current DEA registration

• Experience in outpatient clinic and/or hospital settings

• Community health or FQHC experience strongly preferred

• Knowledge of Texas mandated reporting laws

• Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse patient populations

• Must maintain CME requirements for Texas licensure and board certification

• COVID-19 vaccination required