Outpatient Internal Medicine Physician in Lufkin, Texas

Woodlands Heights Medical Center is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician to join our thriving outpatient clinic in the welcoming community of Lufkin, Texas - only two hours from Houston!

Position Highlights:

• Hospital employed position
• 100% outpatient primary care
• Quick ramp-up as only two PCPs in the area are accepting new patients
• Access to a full range of specialists within the healthcare systems
• New grads are encouraged to apply
• Robust onboarding and outreach support with strong clinical staff
• High-volume patient panel
• Office space available
• Share phone-only call schedule
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible and have completed U.S. residency training
• No visa support available at this location
• Texas has no state income tax - keep more of what you earn!

Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits Package May Include:

• Generous base salary plus bonus incentives
• Relocation assistance and commencement bonus
• Residency stipend for qualifying candidates
• Full malpractice coverage
• Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
• Paid CME time with annual allowance
• Paid time off (PTO)

Woodland Heights Medical Center is a 149-bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As a trusted community healthcare provider, we offer a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services supported by a team of over 200 skilled healthcare professionals.

Our hospital has earned recognition for excellence in cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, and orthopedic surgery—reflecting our commitment to clinical quality and continuous improvement.

At Woodland Heights, we believe in the power of people to create exceptional care. Every day, we strive to be a place of healing, compassion, and connection for the patients and families we serve throughout our community.

Discover the Benefits of Living and Practicing in Lufkin, Texas

Lufkin offers an exceptional lifestyle for physicians seeking both professional opportunity and personal fulfillment. This charming East Texas city blends small-town warmth with the amenities of a much larger community, thanks to its role as a regional hub for business, commerce, and healthcare.

Enjoy a revitalized downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, boutique shops, and a popular craft brewery—all within a city known for its welcoming atmosphere and rich history. The low cost of living, minimal traffic, and short commutes allow for more time enjoying life outside of work.

Cultural enrichment is easy to find, with venues like the Museum of East Texas showcasing regional and national art, along with frequent musical and theater performances. For those seeking educational opportunities or continuing education, Lufkin is home to a local community college and is just a short drive from Stephen F. Austin State University and Texas A&M University.

Located just two hours from Houston and George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Lufkin provides convenient access to big-city resources while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the area's natural beauty, with abundant opportunities for fishing, hunting, hiking, and boating. Golfers will enjoy playing at one of Texas’s top-ranked courses, located right in the heart of the community.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, and Pennsylvania to Arizona, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.