Houston, TX - Physician - FT
Listed compensation
$225k-$266k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
DESCRIPTION
TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven physician to join our post-acute care
team in Southeast Houston, Texas. This is a full-time opportunity (5 days/week)
rounding in skilled nursing facilities, with excellent support and training,
autonomy, and earning potential. In this role you will work in the Houston area
including Clear Lake, Pasadena, and Baytown, Texas. Compensation is fee for
service with an estimated compensation range of $225,367 - $266,440 annually and
no cap on productivity income potential.
In this role, you'll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population,
collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful
relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to
deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.
Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your
transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3-month onboarding
program along with a dedicated clinical field mentor and support from industry
leading clinical experts in post-acute medicine. Growth and leadership
opportunities within this market are available as well.
Our innovative population health data reports will guide you towards optimal and
timely care for our patient population. The medical practice is part of TeamACO,
a dedicated long-term Accountable Care Organization participating in the
Medicare Shared Savings Program for our clinicians, which could result in you
receiving a portion of the shared savings if certain criteria are met.
Our Medical Director Leadership Academy (MDLA) will position you for success in
quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with the facility leadership
as a valued partner of the team. This educational program is best-in-class and
not provided by any other organizations practicing post-acute medicine.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and
physical exams
* Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient
needs
* Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes
* Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare
professionals in a team approach
* Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies
* Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations
Qualifications
* Current physician license (State of Texas) and DEA
* Experience in post-acute, acute, ED, or clinic settings preferred, but not
required; new grads welcome to apply
* Strong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive outlook
Why Join TeamHealth?
* Dedicated night call coverage for work-life balance
* Supportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environment
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient care
* Strong earning potential with professional growth opportunities
Come join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence
while supporting your professional development and personal growth.
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City Caption
City of Baytown
City Description
Baytown is located just outside the Houston metropolitan city area making this a
place to enjoy festivals and family attractions. Enjoy many restaurants, night
life, and local landmarks such as the San Jacinto Monument with plenty wildlife
parks nearby. Pirate's Bay Water Park is a new water park that has plenty for
you and your family to enjoy. Also, Baytown hosts The Lights Festival, an annual
nightfall launch of lanterns while enjoying music and great food.
Job Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental, health, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
- Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My Learning
- Ability to commute/relocate: Pasadena and Southeast Texas area (required)
- Work location: in-person
Certifications
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Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Houston, TX - Physician - FT at Team Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 18,605 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.
Post-Acute Care — Physician Career Context
In Texas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$290k (139 salary observations; 386 listings), vs ~$295k nationally (17,549 salary observations; 43,386 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 85% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$246k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $253k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$246k midpoint, that is roughly $10k–$17k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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