Primary Care Physician

Job Opportunity

Adelphi is seeking a licensed Primary Care Physician for a full-time, short-term assignment (minimum 3 months) in Taylor County, Texas. The ideal candidate will provide primary care, manage acute and chronic conditions, and complete required medical assessments.

Job Quick Facts:

• Reference #: BD-673-64
• Profession:
  Physician
• Specialty:
  Primary Care
• Location:
  
  Taylor County, Texas
• Service Setting:
  Primary care facility with clinics and 16-bed infirmary.
• Position Type:
  Full-Time | Short-Term Contract (Minimum 3 Months)
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Call
  
  Schedule:
  
  Every 6th weekday, 5:00 PM – 8:00 AM; one weekend on call every 6 weeks
• Start Date:
  
  As soon as candidate is available
• Patient Load:
  Caseload of 35–45 patients; typically no more than 10 patients per day

Requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Current Texas medical license in good standing with no history of sanctions
• Active DEA, NPI, and CPR/BLS certifications
• Ability to meet all agency and facility requirements prior to start
• Experience treating acute and chronic medical conditions
• Experience with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities preferred
• Familiarity with electronic health records, particularly Cerner, preferred
• Prior experience at a State Hospital or SSLC advantageous

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 35–45 patients, typically ≤10 per day.
• Provide medical care for acute illness, injury, follow-up, and ongoing primary care.
• Conduct clinics and complete annual and interval medical assessments.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Document patient care in the electronic health record.
• Provide on-call coverage every 6th weekday (5:00 PM–8:00 AM) and one weekend every 6 weeks.
• Respond to most on-call needs by phone, with rare return to campus as needed.
• Perform weekend/holiday infirmary rounds and evaluate acute illnesses or injuries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.