Outpatient Infectious Disease Physician

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Ability to perform duties to a reasonable and acceptable standard.
Capable of managing multiple deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
Adept at decision-making responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in Infectious Disease is preferred.

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.

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
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