Physician Internal Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician – Pre-Operative Assessment & Medical OptimizationLocation: Austin, TXEmployment Type: Full-Time, permanent positionPosition OverviewThis role supports a multidisciplinary Pre-Operative Assessment and Medical Optimization program focused on improving surgical outcomes through comprehensive pre-surgical risk assessment and disease optimization. The physician will evaluate patients preparing for surgery, collaborate with specialists, and support ongoing management for patients with complex or uncontrolled medical conditions.Position Highlights* Outpatient-based role with direct patient care* Mix of in-person and telehealth visits* Focus on risk stratification and optimization for surgical candidates* Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment* Leadership and teaching opportunitiesResponsibilities* Conduct pre-operative medical risk assessments for patients undergoing procedures requiring anesthesia* Identify and manage uncontrolled or high-risk chronic health conditions* Develop individualized medical optimization plans* Collaborate closely with specialists, pharmacists, and dietitians* Provide direct patient care through clinic visits and telehealth* Supervise advanced practice providers, students, residents, and fellows* Communicate clinical recommendations clearly to referring providersQualifications* Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine* Experience managing complex or chronic medical conditions* Strong understanding of perioperative risk assessment and optimization* Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills* Commitment to patient-centered, team-based careIdeal Candidate* Comfortable working with high-risk surgical patients* Values education, mentorship, and team-based practice* Enjoys collaborative clinical environmentsProgram Overview* Patients are risk-stratified prior to surgery* High-risk patients enter a structured medical optimization pathway* Care teams include physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and dietitiansCommunity & Lifestyle* Supportive practice environment* Balanced schedule with meaningful patient relationships