Physician/Medical Doctor (Gender-affirming health care, LGBTQ+ Primary Care)

Job description Details:

Join a well-established multi-specialty group. This is a unique clinical opportunity to provide comprehensive medical management for members of the Houston LGBTQ+ community. Successful applicants will have an interest in externally and internally funded research. A physician with interest in developing their research portfolios in gender-affirming health care, infectious diseases, and sexually transmitted infection studies is preferred as they will synergize with our outstanding resources, strengths, and current funding.

The physician will also participate in patient care:

• Diagnose and treat HIV infected and uninfected adult patients in ambulatory care settings
• Refer patients to medical or surgical specialists as needed
• Order referrals to nutrition, case management, adherence counseling, and other services
• Administer or order appropriate tests
• Daily review of lab results and requested medication refills
• Assist with the disposition of urgent and walk-in visits
• Participate in coverage for other medical providers when needed
• Take and enter detailed clinical notes
• Provide supervision for mid-level providers
• Conduct patient callbacks either directly, through an assistant, or through the EMR Patient Portal
• Work closely with Research staff to recruit appropriate candidates for clinical research activities
• Participate in meetings and administrative assignments
• Participate in on-call schedule by phone only, averaging one week for every five weeks
• Provide comprehensive medical management of HIV patient, including HIV specific health-related quality of life, primary care, and preventative medical management

Competitive Base salary (Commensurate with experience)

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on the first day of employment).

Paid CME. Malpractice coverage

Applicants must be board certified in either adult Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine and possess or be eligible for a Texas Medical License. Not a J-1 opportunity. 

The city of Houston is one of the most progressive, well-rounded, and desirable places to live in the USA with easy access to other amazing attractions. Houston is the 4th largest metropolitan area; with one of the most affordable cost of living of any major metropolitan area, plus great schools and universities, a thriving arts scene, and family-friendly communities. A short drive away from incredible outdoor activities, summertime floating the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country, spelunking the Caverns of Sonora, rock climbing & rappelling at Lake Mineral Wells state park, and relaxing on the beach on Mustang Island. Additionally, a tank of gas will get you to other amazing cities to visit, enjoy the food and jazz of New Orleans, LA, the history and culture of San Antonio, TX, and the arts of Marfa, TX.