Primary Care Physician Opportunity in Lufkin, TX- VA Clinic

The Department of Veterans Affairs Houston Healthcare System is seeking a full-time Primary Care Physician to join our team in Lufkin, TX. The candidate will facilitate the delivery of primary, acute and chronic health care to our veterans. The physician will exercise medical decision-making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The physician will be involved in direct patient care, patient and family teaching, staff education and multidisciplinary consultations and collaborations. In this role, the physician will also participate in educating PA and NP students, residents, medical students, and interns. In addition, the physician will supervise mid-level practitioners. The ideal candidate will exhibit leadership in initiating changes in patient care programs based on current concepts and findings from research and/or studies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or Alternative Work Schedule

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (*If no qualified U.S. Citizen is found, will consider non-citizen candidates*)
• Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State
• Board Certified/Board Eligible (Preferred)
• Possess a focus on quality rather than volume
• Must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans.

About Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.