Infectious Disease Physician
Benefits
We Offer Outstanding 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!
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Clinician-Specific Benefits Include:
- Paid Malpractice Insurance (Occurrence-Based)
- CME Reimbursement + CME Time
- Support for Qualified FQHC Loan Repayment Programs:
- 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
Infectious Disease Physician
Join Our Community Impact Team in Houston, TX
Legacy Community Health invites visionary and experienced Physicians specializing in Infectious Diseases to become an integral part of our compassionate team. Situated within a large Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Houston, TX, we are dedicated to serving medically underserved communities with top-tier healthcare. As a beacon of hope and health, you will be at the forefront of delivering personalized infectious disease specialty care while also engaging in general primary care practices.
Your role is not just a job, but a true mission to elevate community health standards through innovative treatment solutions. Alongside a dedicated team, your expertise in prescribing, administering, and evaluating treatment will directly impact the lives of countless individuals. You will strike a balance between infectious disease management and supporting patients with common health needs, all the while crafting critical clinical guidelines that shape our healthcare landscape.
Embrace this opportunity to not only contribute to individual health transformations but also empower whole communities. With an array of employee benefits, growth possibilities, and a solid support system, Legacy Community Health is committed to your professional journey and satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert clinical care focused on infectious diseases to adult patients.
- Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and novel treatments to support patient recovery.
- Continuously monitor patients' conditions and progress, adapting treatment plans as necessary.
- Diagnose and manage a spectrum of health problems, from common to complex.
- Develop and maintain updated clinical guidelines for HIV, Hepatitis C, Tuberculosis, PrEP, nPEP, and emerging infectious diseases.
Qualifications and Skills
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
- Completion of an Infectious Disease Fellowship.
- Current licensure to practice in the state of Texas.
- Possession of a current DEA License.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in Infectious Disease specialty.
- Proficiency in Spanish is preferred, enhancing communication with diverse patient populations.
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.
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Core Employee Expectations
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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