Physician

HEALTHCARE FOR THE HOMELESS - HOUSTON; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston seeks a physician to deliver trauma-informed primary care to individuals experiencing homelessness across clinic sites and mobile units. You will diagnose, treat, and coordinate care with a focus on social determinants of health and preventive services.

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document thoroughly in the EHR, and participate in quality improvement and outreach to support housing-related

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Current Texas medical license in good standing; DEA and BLS.
• Minimum 2 years post-residency clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed primary care across lifespan in clinics, shelters, and mobile units.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions with attention to behavioral health and social determinants.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and ensure compliance with HRSA/UDS standards.
• Coordinate referrals, preventive services, and care transitions.
• Engage in quality improvement and outreach to address housing-related health needs.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Reports To: Chief Medical Officer

Location: Caroline Clinic, Cathedral Clinic, Reed Family Clinic, Street Medicine

Overview

The Physician delivers high-quality, compassionate, and trauma-informed primary care services to individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Physician plays a critical role in both individual patient care and broader public health efforts. The position emphasizes the prevention, diagnosis, and management of disease through a lens of social determinants of health, systemic inequities, and community-driven strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, trauma-informed primary care to individuals across the lifespan, including acute, chronic, and preventive care.
• Diagnose and manage complex medical conditions often affected by behavioral health, substance use disorders, and social determinants of health.
• May be required to deliver care in non-traditional settings such as streets, shelters, or mobile units, as applicable.
• Perform comprehensive physical exams for patients of all ages, consistent with training
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses (e.g., infections, minor injuries)
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and depression
• Conduct and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., blood work, EKGs, X-rays)
• Prescribe and manage medications, therapies, and referrals
• Provide preventive care, including vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle counseling
• Deliver age-appropriate health maintenance (e.g., well-child exams, adult annuals, geriatric care)

Patient Engagement and Support

• Establish trusting, respectful relationships with patients who may have experienced trauma, marginalization, or distrust in healthcare systems.
• Apply harm reduction strategies and meet patients where they are in their stage of readiness.
• Educate patients and caregivers on prevention, treatment adherence, and chronic disease self-management.

Care Coordination and Team-Based Collaboration

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including behavioral health providers, care coordinators, and outreach staff.
• Provide timely and appropriate referrals to specialty care and diagnostics and ensure follow-up.
• Support patients' access to wraparound services including housing, transportation, insurance enrollment, and food assistance.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) for all clinical encounters.
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Data System (UDS) reporting requirements and HRSA health center standards.
• Utilize proper billing and coding practices to support reimbursement and reporting.
• Complete grant documentation and other administrative requirements as needed.

Quality Improvement and Program Participation

• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives focused on equity, chronic disease outcomes, and preventive screening, as needed.
• Track and meet performance goals related to HRSA, and other funder-required metrics, as needed.
• Participate in operational site visits (OSVs) and assist with audit preparation and documentation reviews, as needed.

Professional Development and Mission Alignment

• Engage in ongoing training related to trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and health equity.
• Support the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, or fellows rotating through the clinic.
• Actively promote a welcoming, low-barrier, and patient-centered environment.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings, clinical meetings, case reviews, and organization-wide initiatives aligned with the mission of serving people experiencing homelessness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or other primary care discipline
• Current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas, in good standing
• DEA license and current BLS certification
• At least 2 years of post-residency clinical experience preferred
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and care for underserved populations
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EPIC preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), street medicine, or supportive housing
• Experience with MAT, HIV care and/or integrated behavioral health
• Public health or population health training or experience
• Familiarity with HRSA, UDS, and FTCA standards
• HHH values lived experience as an essential form of expertise. Individuals who have experienced homelessness, housing instability, or other barriers to healthcare access are strongly encouraged to apply.