Physicians

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 230,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso seeks physicians to provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care in an academic medical setting in El Paso, TX. Clinicians will conduct consultations, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning, coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.

They will supervise and teach medical students and residents, participate in clinical research or quality improvement, and ensure accurate documentation within electronic health record systems.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution with an accredited residency in the relevant specialty.
• Texas licensure, board certification or eligibility, and current DEA registration.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and learners.
• Commitment to teaching medical students, residents, and other trainees.
• Ability to document accurately in electronic health record systems.
• Interest or experience in clinical research, quality improvement, or population health is desirable.
• Professionalism and dedication to improving access to care in underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care in an academic medical setting.
• Conduct patient consultations, diagnostic evaluations, and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
• Supervise and teach medical students, residents, and other learners.
• Contribute to clinical research or quality improvement initiatives.
• Document clinical encounters and adhere to institutional policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Medical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching residents

Communication skills

Ethical practice

Education

MD/DO degree

Accredited residency

Texas licensure eligibility

DEA registration

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso (TTUHSC El Paso) has been a key contributor to health care in the region since 1973 through education, research, and patient care. The institution includes the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Gayle Greve Hunt School of Nursing, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, and Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine, offering innovative and highly effective curricula. Learners and clinicians benefit from comprehensive, hands‑on training across clinical and research settings, addressing the health challenges of the El Paso community and beyond. TTUHSC El Paso employs close to 2,000 faculty and staff at multiple locations throughout the city and is recognized for producing outstanding physicians and health professionals, many of whom are consistently named among the Best Doctors in America. The center provides strong opportunities for professional growth, research, and high‑quality patient care in a collaborative academic medical environment.

Role Description Physicians at TTUHSC El Paso provide high‑quality, evidence‑based patient care to diverse populations in an academic medical setting in El Paso, TX. Day‑to‑day responsibilities typically include conducting patient consultations, performing diagnostic evaluations, developing and managing treatment plans, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams. Physicians may also supervise and teach medical students, residents, and other learners, participate in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to departmental meetings and committees. Documentation of clinical encounters, adherence to institutional policies and regulatory requirements, and ongoing collaboration with colleagues to enhance patient outcomes are integral parts of the role. This is a full‑time, on‑site position based in El Paso, TX.

Qualifications

• Current MD or DO degree from an accredited institution and completion of an accredited residency program in the relevant specialty.
• Active or eligibility for Texas medical licensure, board certification or board eligibility in the appropriate specialty, and current DEA registration.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and use of evidence‑based guidelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, interdisciplinary teams, and learners of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and other trainees in academic and clinical environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑based care setting while maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation within electronic health record systems.
• Interest or experience in clinical research, quality improvement, or population health initiatives is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical practice, and dedication to improving access to care and health outcomes in underserved communities.