Department: Physician

Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Join Our Team as a Per Diem Family Medicine MD/DO

Empowering Community Health Transformation

Step into a pivotal role with Legacy Community Health, where your expertise as an Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician can truly make a difference. As part of our mission-driven team, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional healthcare in our large Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), located in a medically underserved community.

By joining us, you'll engage in meaningful work that goes beyond treating acute illnesses. You'll also address chronic diseases, contributing to a holistic approach to patient care. Embrace this unique opportunity to shape the future of community healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion transformative healthcare by delivering comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management for adult patients.
• Engage in proactive chronic disease screening to ensure early detection and intervention.
• Contribute to the education of future healthcare professionals by participating in resident teaching and preceptorship programs.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to healthcare students for enhanced educational experiences.
• Ensure patient care continuity through on-call availability and participation in after-hours clinical or operational meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctorate (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
• Current Texas medical licensure.
• Valid DEA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated experience in community healthcare settings.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred for effective patient communication.

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.

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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