Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician
Corpus Christi, TX Fort Worth, TX Full-time Internal Medicine Physician
At a glance
Internal Medicine Physician role at DFW Physicians Medical Associates (DFWPMA). Corpus Christi, TX · full-time.
Pay not stated
RoleInternal Medicine Physician
LocationCorpus Christi, TX
EmploymentFull-time
PostedOct 1, 2026 · 2d ago
Also hiring inFort Worth, TX
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Assess patients through medical histories and physical exams, then diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
- Build care plans for chronic illnesses, track changes in patients’ health, and adjust treatment as needed
- Provide screenings, vaccinations and lifestyle guidance, while teaching patients about disease management and self-care
- Coordinate referrals with specialists, document care in electronic records, and support follow-up with patients
- Take part in quality reviews and clinical audits, applying evidence-based guidance to improve patient safety
What you bring
- You hold an MD from an accredited medical school and are licensed to practice in Texas
- You have completed residency training in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine
- You hold a valid DEA registration and have used electronic medical records systems
Who this fits
This outpatient role suits a physician who wants to provide ongoing care and work with an interdisciplinary clinical team. The office schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
From the employer
Primary Responsibilities
- Patient Consultations: Conduct thorough patient consultations, taking detailed medical histories, performing comprehensive physical examinations, and assessing patients' overall health status.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, prescribing medications, therapies, and other interventions as necessary.
- Preventive Care: Implement preventive healthcare strategies, including routine screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling, to promote disease prevention and early detection.
- Chronic Disease Management: Manage patients with chronic conditions, develop personalized care plans, monitor disease progression, and adjust treatment regimens as needed to improve patient outcomes.
- Health Promotion and Education: Educate patients about healthy lifestyle choices, disease management, and self-care practices to empower them to actively participate in their healthcare.
- Referrals and Coordination: Collaborate with specialists and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient referrals, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care for complex medical cases.
- Electronic Health Records (EHR): Document all patient interactions, assessments, treatments, and care plans accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Health Advocacy: Advocate for patients' healthcare needs, ensuring that they receive appropriate and timely medical services and resources.
- Continuity of Care: Establish and maintain strong doctor-patient relationships, providing ongoing care, follow-up, and support as needed.
- Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, adherence to evidence-based guidelines, and clinical audits to enhance patient safety and care standards.
- Professional Development: Stay abreast of medical advancements, research, and best practices to continuously improve medical knowledge and clinical skills.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Completion of a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school and Texas State.
- Licensed to practice as a Physician/MD in Texas.
- Complete a residency program in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine.
- Valid DEA Registration.
- Experience in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Strong candidates will work well with an interdisciplinary team of clinicians and allied health professionals
- Has an interest in working for a growth-oriented total care healthcare organization that prioritizes the whole patient.
Benefits (Full-Time):
- 20 Day PTO Allotment
- 10 DAY CME
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance options for you and your dependents
- Paid Family and Disability Leave
- FMLA
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Enjoy an annual CME allowance of $3,000
- Nurturing a passion for promoting a healthier community and opportunities for leadership and career growth
- Outpatient only practice
- Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Partnership
- Partnership
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Reimbursement for DEA, medical license, CME
- Be involved in the governance of the group