Legacy Community Health·Houston, Texas
The Physician or APP is responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and management of adult patients in an outpatient setting. Key duties include performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and supervising mid-level providers to ensure high-quality patient care.
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Legacy Fifth Ward (LFL) - 3811 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020 (LFL)
Physician (Or APP) - Job Overview
Schedule: Monday-Friday
The Adult Medicine Physician or APP is 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.
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
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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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.
Candidates must hold an MD/DO degree with current licensure and be board certified or board eligible. Proficiency in EPIC EHR and the ability to participate in federal and state reimbursement programs are required.
Market context
Outpatient internal medicine roles in Texas are often competitive because employers look for board-certified or board-eligible physicians or APPs who can work efficiently in community settings and document confidently in EPIC. Candidates with prior community healthcare experience may stand out, and benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and EPIC experience before applying.
