Physician or APP | Adult or Family Med | Outpatient

Physician (or APP) | Family Med - Job Overview

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and your community? At Legacy Community Health, we believe in treating every individual with dignity and compassion. As a Physician or APP in Family Medicine, you'll play a pivotal role in providing top-notch care to our diverse patient population while being part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.

We're more than just a healthcare providerwe're a family, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for improving lives. Our clinic offers a welcoming environment where your expertise will be valued and your growth nurtured. This role is more than just a jobit's a chance to leave a lasting impact on those who need it most.

• Role Highlights: As a Family Medicine Physician, you'll evaluate, treat, and manage patients, addressing both acute and chronic conditions with care and compassion.
• Work Environment: Thrive in a supportive, team-based atmosphere where collaboration and mentorship are prioritized.
• Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of professional development resources, including loan repayment programs, to grow your career and skillset.
• Community Impact: Be a vital part of our mission to provide accessible, comprehensive healthcare to underserved populations.
• Meaningful Work: Build relationships with patients and empower them to live healthier lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and focused assessments of patients' health, ensuring their immediate and long-term needs are addressed.
• Perform physical examinations and document detailed health histories to guide care plans.
• Collaborate closely with specialists and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests to create individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients on acute health conditions, available treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
• MD/DO: Supervise mid-level providers, such as Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Promote teamwork to achieve organizational goals in care delivery and customer service excellence.
• Participate in safety training, environmental audits, and compliance with exposure control protocols to ensure a safe workplace.
• Maintain work areas and equipment to meet organizational standards and support seamless operations.
• Complete annual education programs and any other assigned duties to stay current and compliant.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD/DO: Medical Doctor with current licensure MD/DO: Board certification (or Board eligible) required
• APP: Current license from the Texas Board of Nursing and completion of program at an accredited school or graduation from an accredited program as Physician Assistant and current Texas state licensure or eligibility for licensure
• Participation in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal/state reimbursement programs.
• Ability to meet Legacy Community Health's EPIC proficiency requirements.
• Demonstrated competency with an EHRS system.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Above-average organizational skills.
• Strong typing and computer skills.
• Access to sensitive information requiring secure management and discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex decision-making.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to healthevery day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a jobthey want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our missionDriving healthy change in our communitiesguides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy changewithin ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.