Northwest Physician Group·Amarillo, Texas
The physician will provide comprehensive primary and preventative care to patients of all ages within a community health center setting. Responsibilities include treating acute illnesses, managing chronic diseases, and coordinating patient care through referrals to specialists.
Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, Texas is recruiting a BC/BE Family Medicine physician for a position with Northwest JO Wyatt, our community health center. Discover Amarillo here and Check out our city to see what makes Amarillo a wonderful place to call home! Highlights: Employed position Outpatient only / All ages Opportunity to work with underserved populations including Medicaid Clinic offers FM, IM, women's, and children's services
Support the NWTHS mission of delivering high quality, compassionate care to Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle region Provide comprehensive primary and preventative care to patients of all ages Treat acute illnesses and manage chronic diseases Coordinate care including referral to specialists and other health professionals
BC/BE Family Medicine required Completion of an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency required Active, clear Texas license and DEA or ability to obtain Clean professional background Strong interpersonal and communication skills Compassionate bedside manner Compensation & Benefits: Generous base salary Commencement bonus Relocation reimbursement Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability PTO, CME, 401(k) with match, Stock purchase plan Paid malpractice insurance Student loan repayment assistance and/or fellowship stipend may be available Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a tertiary care facility and teaching hospital known throughout the region for cardiac, stroke, emergency, surgical, and women & children’s services. As a Level II and Lead Trauma Center for the 26-county Texas Panhandle the hospital treats over 64,000 patients in its ED each year. NWTHS features a Children’s Hospital, The Childbirth Center, and Surgical services in robotics, cardiothoracic, vascular, neurosurgery, bariatrics, head and neck, orthopedics, and ortho trauma. NWTHS is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's largest hospital and healthcare management companies. In Amarillo, Texas, you can… Experience big skies, working ranches and Texas hospitality intersecting with a modern, vibrant economy Grow and thrive in the #1 midsize city in the U.S. for projected growth (UNC Kenan Institute - Empowering American Cities) Live at 3,600 feet altitude with 270 days of sunshine, breezes, low humidity, and four seasons Enjoy a high quality of life in a safe, friendly, mid-sized community of just over 200,000 and MSA of 300,000 Drive stress-free to work in 15 minutes or less with no traffic Practice medicine in a business and physician-friendly state and community Maximize your dollar with house prices and living costs lower than other Texas cities Attend award-winning, top-ranked public schools, recipient of National Blue Ribbon awards Hike, bike or ride horses at nearby Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in America Play golf at scenic courses, do a guided hunt, or fish for Walleye at nearby Lake Meredith Take in a cultural arts scene including a symphony, ballet company, an opera, art galleries, museums, and live jazz Entertain the family with outings to a historic, revitalized downtown featuring diverse cuisine, live music and a new minor league baseball park Hit the slopes for world-class skiing and snowboarding in Taos, NM, just a 5-hour drive away Jet out for quick get-aways from a modern airport offering direct flights to Texas metros, Denver, and Las Vegas If you have interest in this opportunity, please apply or contact: Amanda Augustine NWTHS Physician Recruiter Amanda.Augustine@uhsinc.com 724.422.7606 mobile (call/text)
Market context
Texas physician openings often reflect steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where patient volumes are high and access to care is uneven. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for strong clinical judgment, current licensure, and experience in fast-paced settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, and confirm your licensure and one year of healthcare experience before applying.
