Outpatient Infectious Disease Physician

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

Clinician-Specific Benefits Include:

• Paid Malpractice Insurance (Occurrence-Based)
• CME Reimbursement + CME Time
• Qualified FQHC Loan Repayment and other programs paying up to $180K
• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) – Pays up to $50,000 for every 2 years of service at an FQHC
• Texas Physician Education Loan Repayment Program (PELRP) – Pays up to $180,000
• Access to dedicated onboarding and provider support for a smooth and successful start

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Location: Legacy Montrose - 1415 California St. Houston, TX 77006

Outpatient Infectious Disease Physician - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM)

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities? At Legacy Community Health, we’re more than just a healthcare provider—we’re a family united by a shared mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to those who need it most. As a Outpatient Infectious Disease Physician, you will play a pivotal role in transforming lives by managing and treating infectious diseases, including HIV, with a human-centered approach.

Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

• Mission-Driven Impact: Deliver comprehensive primary care and infectious disease management to underserved communities, empowering healthier futures.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Join a supportive team that values mentorship, shared expertise, and collaboration at every level.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career through mentorship roles, leadership development programs, and research initiatives.
• Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a fulfilling career that respects your personal time and well-being.
• Community-Centered Care: Make a difference by addressing healthcare disparities and bringing care to those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized infectious disease care alongside general primary care, focusing on HIV patients and others as required.
• Develop and revise clinical guidelines for managing infectious diseases such as HIV, Hepatitis C, Tuberculosis, PrEP, non-occupational PEP, and occupational PEP.
• Diagnose, manage, and treat a wide range of health conditions, infections, chronic illnesses, and complex disorders.
• Prescribe medications, therapies, and vaccines to prevent or treat illnesses and infectious diseases.
• Collect, record, analyze, and maintain patient medical information, including histories, reports, and examination results.
• Communicate procedures, test results, and treatment plans to patients with clarity and compassion.
• Monitor patient progress and adapt treatment plans to ensure optimal care outcomes.
• Provide expert consultation and support to other providers within Legacy Community Health’s service lines.
• Offer guidance and expertise during infectious disease outbreaks, collaborating with public health organizations as needed.
• Supervise mid-level providers and mentor students to foster professional growth within the team.
• Contribute to research initiatives, including patient recruitment, data analysis, interpretation, and publication.
• Educate patients on health, wellness, and illness prevention while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and funding requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the clinic's mission and goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO with completion of an Infectious Disease Fellowship.
• Active participation in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state reimbursement programs, as well as commercial insurance plans.
• At least 2 years of experience in Infectious Disease is preferred.
• Ability to perform duties to a reasonable and acceptable standard.
• Capable of managing multiple deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Adept at decision-making responsibilities.

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 health—every 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 job—they 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 mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides 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 change—within 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.