Physician or APP | Adult or Family Med | Outpatient

Job Description

Job Description

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

Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer!

Location: Legacy Pasadena Health (LPH) - 908 Southmore Ave, Ste 100, Pasadena, TX 77502

Physician (or APP) | Adult or Family Med - Job Overview

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

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 provider—we’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 job—it’s a chance to leave a lasting impact on those who need it most.

• Role Highlights: As a Adult 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.

Position Summary:

Responsible for administering care to adult patients. Primary clinical responsibilities will include the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients. Requesting care for acute issues which may include also screening for all chronic diseases. The physician will also supervise mid-level providers (Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants) involved in the care of adult patients. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiates an appropriate assessment of person health status, ranging from focused to comprehensive Identifying immediate needs which can be supported or the need for a referral for long term management. 

• Performs physical examinations, performing and documenting a health history as evidenced by chart review and ability for others to understand patient needs. 

• Consults with colleagues, specialists, and other health professionals as appropriate. 

• Orders pertinent diagnostic tests and procedures to support recommended therapy. 

• Supports obtaining or performs specimen collection for commonly performed blood, urine, and stool analyses and cultures. 

• Interprets health information and establishes diagnoses consistent with the accumulated data and formulates treatment plan, ensuring timely provision of necessary health care services. 

• Provides education and ensures understanding of members regarding the nature of the identified acute needs and further opportunities for evaluation and treatment. 

• Participates in the supervision of mid-level providers, including Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants. 

• Educates patients regarding health promotion and disease prevention. 

• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team to facilitate the ability to meet goals and objectives, around timely, efficient care and highly reliable customer service. 

• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job–related hazards. 

• Maintains work area and equipment in condition required by Legacy standards. 

• Follows Legacy’s exposure control plans/blood-borne and airborne pathogens. 

• Participates in routine environmental audits and communicates needs as appropriate. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment (Universal Precautions). 

• Assures a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures. 

• Attends and completes annual required education programs. 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

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 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.

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