Locum Tenens Primary Care Physician

Flatirons Medical Consultants

Locum Tenens Primary Care Physician

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Locum Tenens Primary Care Physician

    ****We are seeking a dedicated Locum Tenens Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine or Family Medicine) to support outpatient clinics serving our nation's Veterans in Houston, Texas. This is a unique opportunity to work in a mission-driven, team-based environment that focuses on quality care—without inpatient responsibilities or on-call demands.

    Schedule:

    • Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
    • No weekends, nights, or call requirements
    • Long-term and short-term assignments available

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide comprehensive outpatient care to adult Veterans in a primary care setting
    • Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, preventive care, and routine health maintenance
    • Collaborate with the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), including RNs, pharmacists, social workers, and behavioral health professionals
    • Utilize the VA's CPRS electronic medical record system for all documentation
    • Follow established clinical protocols and federal guidelines
    • Maintain timely, complete, and accurate medical documentation

    Qualifications:

    • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
    • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
    • Active, unrestricted license in any U.S. state or territory
    • U.S. Citizenship required (due to federal contract regulations)
    • BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
    • Previous experience with the VA or federal healthcare systems is a plus

    Located in the heart of Southeast Texas, Houston offers a vibrant cultural scene, world-class dining, and endless outdoor recreation. As the fourth-largest city in the U.S., it combines urban energy with Southern hospitality, making it an exciting and comfortable place to live and work.