# Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Abilene, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** West - Hendrick Healthcare

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## Description

### **Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO)**

**(Outpatient or Traditional Practice)**

### **Position Summary**

The Internal Medicine Physician provides comprehensive medical care to adult patients, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions. This role emphasizes evidence-based care, continuity of care, and coordination with specialists to deliver high-quality, patient-centered services.

### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

-   Provide comprehensive primary and/or inpatient medical care to adult patients
-   Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disorders, and gastrointestinal conditions
-   Deliver preventive care including health maintenance exams, screenings, and immunizations
-   Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
-   Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and ancillary services
-   Interpret and manage diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies
-   Provide patient education regarding disease prevention, lifestyle modification, and treatment adherence
-   Manage transitions of care including hospital admissions, discharges, and follow-up
-   Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
-   Participate in quality improvement, population health, and patient safety initiatives
-   Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or medical students as applicable
-   Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

### **Qualifications**

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
-   Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program
-   Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine
-   Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
-   DEA registration or eligibility

### **Skills and Competencies**

-   Broad expertise in adult medicine
-   Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
-   Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
-   Ability to manage complex and chronic conditions
-   Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

### **Work Environment**

-   Outpatient clinic, hospital inpatient setting, or a combination of both
-   Call coverage as determined by practice structure

### **Physical Requirements**

-   Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
-   Manual dexterity for examinations and office-based procedures
-   Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment

## Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.