Jobs in Thompsons Texas

Neurologists — Ready for a Practice That Lets You Focus on Patients?

Kelsey‑Seybold Clinic (part of Optum)

is hiring a

Board‑Certified / Board‑Eligible Neurologist

to join our well‑established, multi‑specialty team in

Houston, TX .
If you’re looking for a

balanced schedule , strong clinical support, and the ability to practice neurology the way it was meant to be practiced — this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Why You’ll Love This Role

Outpatient neurology practice

with office hours

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Predictable call schedule

— shared among the neurology group (approximately every 6 weeks)
Supported by a

24/7 call center

and

after‑hours RN triage , so you’re never on your own
Practice within a

physician‑led, value‑based care model

focused on quality over volume
Collaborate with

900+ providers across 65 specialties

in a truly integrated environment
Choose from

40+ clinic locations across the Greater Houston area
What You’ll Do

Diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of

neurological disorders
Provide comprehensive, patient‑centered care in an outpatient setting
Collaborate closely with primary care and specialty colleagues
Deliver high‑quality care supported by coordinated clinical infrastructure
What We’re Looking For

Completion of an

approved Neurology training program in the U.S.
Board‑Certified or Board‑Eligible

in Neurology
Passion for collaborative, patient‑focused care
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

is a plus, but not required
Compensation & Benefits

Compensation range: $244,000 – $423,000

(base + bonus; based on experience, market, and productivity)
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
401(k) with employer contribution
Employee stock purchase plan
Long‑term career growth opportunities within Optum
Why Houston?

Enjoy life in one of the nation’s most diverse cities — offering:
No state income tax
World‑class dining, arts, and culture
Top‑rated schools and affordable housing options
A thriving medical community anchored by the Texas Medical Center

Description
Specialization:
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

Job Summary:
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest is seeking an orthopaedic trauma surgeon to join a well-established practice of 16 orthopaedic surgeons expanding into Houston.

Qualified Candidates:
Board certified or board eligible following an ACGME orthopaedic surgery residency
Fellowship in trauma required
Opportunity to grow elective practice in addition to busy trauma practice
Robust ancillary support
Hospital programmatic support

Incentive/Benefits Package:

Employment through practice is productivity based with no limit to income potential
No overhead expense
Competitive total package including RVU reimbursement, call pay, and excellent benefits

About HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest:

HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest is a partly physician owned, 423-bed acute care hospital in North Houston
Level II trauma center
Accredited Chest Pain Center, and Joint commission certification for Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center
Lakes, streams, parks, golf courses, a wide range of shopping options and a rich visual and performing arts community. Just a few reasons to live and work in northwest Houston and why we are one of the fastest growing areas in the region. Although, you will find that our greatest enticement is the people who live here. The Champions-1960-Spring-Northwest Harris County area is located 20 miles from Houston’s central business district. This unincorporated Harris County region has a sense of community derived from a history of hardy pioneer settlers and an unparalleled present-day commitment to community. Northwest Houston is one of the most popular residential and commercial locations in the Houston region.

Amazing Leadership Opportunity as Physician- Cardiothoracic Surgeon that offers work life balance within an amazing city that provides a great environment. Houston has a thriving housing market with great schools!

Houston, TX,

is a beautiful place to live and work. Houston is famous for its role in space exploration, as it is home to NASA. It is also known for its diverse and vibrant culture, which is reflected in its culinary scene, museums, and green spaces. Houston has a reputation for being an entertainment hub, with events like the rodeo, live concerts, and sports games. Galveston is a short drive from Houston where you can enjoy the beach, trails, and fishing spots.

Experience peace of mind knowing you and your family will be well cared for! #WorkatVA
Exploring Houston
About Houston
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

is a teaching hospital that provides a full range of services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research. The medical center is on a 119-acre campus that features 350 acute care beds. We provide health care services at

12 locations

in southeast Texas.

Work Schedule:

Full Time
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off : 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement : Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice : Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
This full-time, Cardiothoracic surgeon position will be assigned to the Operative Care Line (OCL) at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, Texas, one of the most complex facilities in the VA healthcare system. The candidate will provide services of a Cardiothoracic attending staff surgeon. They will consult on a wide range of patients, order appropriate tests, evaluate the medical needs, and direct the course of cardiothoracic surgical treatment. They will perform cardiothoracic operations with the assistance of residents, fellows, and physician assistants, and will be responsible for supervising, teaching, and directing the post-operative care and follow-up.

Description
Specialization:
Surgery Critical Care
Critical Care Internal Medicine
Critical Care Pulmonary
Critical Care Anesthesiology
Critical Care Emergency Medicine

Job Summary:
ICC Healthcare is seeking a critical care intensivist to join the growing team at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center in Houston, Texas.

Qualified Candidates:

Board certified/board eligible Critical Care (all Critical Care Specialties will be considered)
Ability to obtain TX Licensure
15 (12-hour) shifts per month, mix of days and nights (5-6 nights per month)
Staffing model: 2 Physicians during the day, 1 Physician and 1 APP at night
At least 2 years intensivist experience preferred
Strong Interest and Exposure to MCS, CVICU, Cardiac ICU
34 ICU Beds- CLOSED ICU- Primarily Cardiac/CVICU and some Medical ICU
Clinical bedside teaching opportunities to support PCCM and Surgical Trauma Critical Care Fellowships
Available ASAP- open to considering new Fellows with strong Cardiac Exposure/Experience
Incentive/Benefits Package:

Competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, stock options, 401k with company match, disability,CME allowance and days, and more
Growing Program with stable team and leadership
Expert practice management including privileging, provider enrollment, and billing and collections
Appropriate staffing models and flexible scheduling
100% covered occurrence-based malpractice Insurance
Located at Medical Center of Houston
W2 Employed Position, competitive hourly rate
Strong relationships and integration with Cardiac Team for co-management of patients
About ICC Healthcare:

ICC Healthcare employees over 675 providers in 60 programs with 6-8 new programs opening each year.
We are part of the HCA Healthcare system of care. HCA owns and operates over 190facilities in 20states
The success of the ICC intensivist program relies on strong team building strategies within the ICU, the hardwiring of best practice evidence base protocols, and streamlining the delivery of hospital wide critical care services.
Our providers have the ability to impact change on a national scale through our association with HCA
We believe work/life balance is an important and strive to help providers maintain this balance
Unmatched growth and leadership opportunities
Expert practice management including privileging, provider enrollment, and billing and collections

About HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center:

HCA HoustonMedical Centeris a 372-bed acute care hospital proudly serving Greater Houston area residents since 1975.
This boutique, surgical hospital that emphasizes heart care and heart surgery is located in the heart of central Houston, adjacent to the Texas Medical Center and Houston's world-renowned Museum District.
About the Community:

Proclaimed as the nation’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a vibrant metropolis.When it comes to entertainment and recreation, Houston has much to offer, to include professional sports teams, a theater district and a museum district, hundreds of clubs and live music venues. The largest mall in Texas, The Galleria, is a shopper’s paradise. Houston’s sunny climate makes it easy to enjoy the city’s municipal parks, jogging paths, and bike trails. Less than an hour away are piney woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and sunny Gulf Coast beaches that offer an abundance of activities. Boasting more than 100 different nationalities, Houston is one of the country’s most diverse cities

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Department of

Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology (THNMO)

at

MD Anderson Cancer Center

invites applicants for a full-time academic appointment at the level of professor. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth and development by joining an exciting and active group of clinicians, physician-scientists, and clinical, basic science, and translational investigators. The successful candidate will closely interact with the many ongoing research programs of the department focusing on carcinogenesis and prevention, treatment, biomarker development, and other projects in support of personalized medicine. The faculty member will have access to THNMO's substantial patient resources, core facilities, animal models, molecular pathology laboratories, and educational/training programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Clinical care, and teaching in the Department of Thoracic/Head and Neck Medical Oncology and will participate in clinical research trial enrollments for our patients. The successful candidate will be expected to broaden a clinical practice to our Houston area locations and develop integrated patient care team.

CARE OVERVIEW:
Clinical - 80%
Practice clinical medicine in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Physicians, properly balanced with other academic activities.

Must be capable of providing complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations. Must be able to perform invasive procedures as dictated by the physician's subspecialty. This may require standing, bending, stooping, lifting, hearing, manual dexterity, and providing clear and concise verbal communications.

Develop and maintain a clinical practice for patients referred to M. D. Anderson Cancer Center.

Provide physician staffing for the appropriate clinic at a level commensurate with that which would be provided by other internists with the same level of training and experience.

Visually review for proper ICD-10 and CPT coding and approve all charge documents within five working days.

Complete patient documentation for medical records within time frames provided by institutional policy. Will require dictating in a clear and concise manner, and visual review of documents.

Correspond as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with physicians regarding patient care and treatment.

Keep abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty. This will require listening to and assimilating information from the conferences.

Request appropriate consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.

Provide a role model as a practitioner and scientist for faculty, fellows and residents and students.

Provide peer review for assessing the clinical and research practices of faculty within the department.

Administrative - 2%
Serve on institutional and hospital committees as requested by attending appropriate meetings which may include travel to each meeting site. Listen to deliberations and provide verbal feedback as necessary. Visually review all documents pertaining to committee functions.

Research - 15%
Actively engage in clinical research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the department.

Develop programs of clinical, research, and scholarly activities in keeping within the goals of the department. Requires the ability to synthesize a myriad of information pertaining to the area of research. May necessitate (orally or in writing) instructing research support personnel in protocol implementation.

Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support research. May require completion of grant application forms through oral dictation or use of a computer and keyboard. Also will require budget development and analysis.

Education: 3%
Participate in a balanced and integrated educational program in internal medicine and clinical research for medical fellows, residents, and students who rotate through the department.

Attend and participate in department teaching and continuing education conferences, which requires verbal interaction with colleagues and travel to meeting locations throughout the campus.

EDUCATION:
Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and department mission
License to practice in Texas
Board Certified (or obtained within departmental timeline), unless exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 5 years experience as an Associate Professor or equivalent or 15 years post clinical degree
Appropriate post medical doctoral training per discipline

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent

benefits , including medical, dental,

paid time off ,

retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. 

Description
Specialization:
Anesthesiology Cardiac

Job Summary:
A wonderful team of anesthesiologists are adding a Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist associate to their team.A like-minded physician that is interested in forming a long-lasting relationship with the practice and community in Houston, Texas.
Monday-Friday (7a-5p)
No in-house call
CV experience preferred
Caringfor heart failure, transplant and VAD patients, all forms of both percutaneous and surgically placed mechanical circulatory support
Great opportunity to work with an advanced heart failure team and renowned cardiology practice
Financial Package:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Plus productivity bonuses
Rich benefits package (including dental, life, 401k and long term disability)
Employment status through hospital (501.a)
Paid malpractice
Dues, subscription and CME allowance
Relocation allowance
Texas has Tort Reform and No State Income Taxes
About HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center:
HCA Houston Medical Center is a 372-bed acute care hospital proudly serving Greater Houston area residents since 1975.

This boutique, surgical hospital that emphasizes heart care and heart surgery is located in the heart of central Houston, adjacent to the Texas Medical Center and Houston's world-renowned Museum District.
18-bed ER 24/7
CV ICU covered by CV Intensivists 24/7
CV step-down
MICU
SICU
14 ORs
Brand new additionof a hybrid OR
4 robots
Cardiac cath lab
Bariatric Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Imaging Services
Nuclear medicine
Outpatient Surgical Services
Proclaimed as the nation’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a vibrant metropolis and home to the world-famous Texas Medical Center.When it comes to entertainment and recreation, Houston has much to offer, to include professional sports teams, a theater district and a museum district, hundreds of clubs and live music venues. The largest mall in Texas, The Galleria, is a shopper’s paradise. Houston’s sunny climate makes it easy to enjoy the city’s municipal parks, jogging paths, and bike trails. Less than an hour away are piney woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and sunny Gulf Coast beaches that offer an abundance of activities. Boasting more than 100 different nationalities, Houston is one of the country’s most diverse cities.

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Ready to take your medical career further while making a real impact?

The U.S. Navy is seeking fully trained, U.S. board‑certified General Surgeons to

serve part‑time

—providing world‑class care to service members and their families.

Why Serve as a Navy Reserve General Surgeon?

Maintain your civilian career

while serving as a Navy Reserve Officer
A flexible, part‑time commitment
Drill locally one weekend per month
Complete one two‑week annual training period at a military treatment facility
Opportunities for

humanitarian missions, global travel and operational deployments
Full‑time roles may also be available
Exceptional Benefits & Incentives

Up to

$75,000 bonus

or $40,000/year in student loan repayment (up to $250,000)
Three‑year involuntary deployment deferment
Access to commissary, exchange and base facilities
$500,000 Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance
Tricare Reserve Select health and dental coverage for you and your family
Military retirement after 20 qualifying years

, plus Thrift Savings Plan
36 months of education benefits

through the Forever GI Bill—transferable to dependents
VA home loan eligibility
Eligibility

U.S. Citizen
Ages 21–64
Actively practicing medicine
U.S. categorically matched residents may apply
Must meet Navy physical, legal, credentialing and security standards
This is more than a part‑time role—it’s a chance to practice medicine with purpose. If you’re driven to serve, lead and make a lasting difference, we’d love to speak with you.

Direct Contact:

Osmel Alfonso

Description
The Bilingual Physician (English & Spanish) serves as a healthcare professional and is capable of handling a variety of health-related problems. The Physician work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Responsibilities
Humana’s Primary Care Organization is one of the largest and fastest growing value-based care, senior-focused primary care providers in the country, operating over 175 centers across eight states under two brands: CenterWell & Conviva. Operating as a payor-agnostic, wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, our centers put the unique needs of seniors at the center of everything we do. Our Clinics offer a team-based care model where our physicians lead a multi-disciplinary care team supporting patient’s physical, emotional, and social wellness.
At CenterWell Senior Primary Care & Conviva Care, we want to help those in the communities we serve, including our associates, lead their best lives. We support our associates in becoming happier, healthier, and more productive in their professional and personal lives. We promote lifelong well-being by giving our associates fresh perspective, new insights, and exciting opportunities to grow their careers. Our culture is focused on teamwork and providing a positive and welcoming environment for all.
The Primary Care Physician (PCP) works as a lead in our team-based care environment. We are a value-based care provider focused on quality of care for the patients we serve. Our care team consists of Doctors, Advanced Practice professionals, Pharm D, Care Coach Nurses, Medical Assistants, Behavioral Health, Specialists, Quality Based Coders, Referral Coordinators and more. Our approach allows us to provide an unmatched experience for seniors. Our model is positioned to provide higher quality care and better outcomes for seniors by providing a concierge experience, multidisciplinary services, coordinated care supported by analytics and tools, and deep community relationships. This robust support allows our PCP to see fewer patients and spend more time with those they do.
Responsibilities
Evaluates and treats center patients in accordance with standards of care.
Follows level of medical care and quality for patients and monitors care using available data and chart reviews.
Assists in the coordination of patient services, including but not limited to specialty referrals, hospital and SNF coordination, durable medical equipment and home health care.
Acts as an active participant and key source of medical expertise with the care team through daily huddles.
Helps Regional Medical Director and Center Administrator in setting a tone of cooperation in practice by displaying a professional and approachable demeanor.
Completes all medical record documentation in a timely manner working with a quality- based coder to optimize coding specificity.
Follows policy and protocol defined by Clinical Leadership.
Meets with RMD about quality of care, review of outcome data, policy, procedure and records issues.
Participates in potential growth opportunities for new or existing services within the Center.
Participates in the local primary care “on-call” program of CenterWell as needed.
Assures personal compliance with licensing, certification, and accrediting bodies.
Spend 100% of your time clinically focused on direct patient care, inclusive of patient facing time and general administrative time (charting, meetings, etc.) as it relates to direct patient care.
Required Qualifications
Current and unrestricted medical license or willing to obtain a medical license in state of practice; eligible and willing to obtain licenses in other states in the region of assignment, as required.
Graduate of accredited MD or DO program of accredited university.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Bilingual English & Spanish Required.
Demonstrate a high level of skill with interpersonal relationships and communications with colleagues/patients.
Fully engaged in the concept of “Integrated team-based care” model
Willingness and ability to learn/adapt to practice in a value-based care setting.
Superior patient/customer service
Basic computer skills, including email and EMR.
This role is considered patient facing and is a part of our Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
Preferred Qualifications
Board Certification or Eligible to become certified (ABMS or AOA) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine preferred.
Active and unrestricted DEA license
Medicare Provider Number
Medicaid Provider Number
Minimum of two to five years directly applicable experience preferred.
Experience managing Medicare Advantage panel of patients with understanding of Best Practice in coordinated care environment in a value-based relationship environment.
Knowledge of Medicare guidelines and coverage
Knowledge of HEDIS quality indicators
Additional Information
Guaranteed base salary + quarterly bonus.
Excellent benefit package – health insurance effective on your first day of employment
CME Allowance/Time
Occurrence Based Malpractice Insurance
Relocation
401(k) with Employer Match
Life Insurance/Disability
Paid Time Off/Holidays
Minimal Call
COVID Policy
For this job, associates are required to be fully COVID vaccinated or undergo weekly COVID testing and wear a face covering while at work. The weekly testing will need to be done through an approved Humana vendor, and unvaccinated associates should follow all social distancing and masking protocols if they are required to come into a Humana facility or work outside of their home. We are a healthcare company committed to putting health and safety first for our members, patients, associates, and the communities we serve.
If Progressed to Offer, You Will Be Required To
Provide proof of full vaccination or commit to testing protocols OR
Provide proof of applicable exemption including any required supporting documentation
Medical, religious, state and remote-only work exemptions are available.
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Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Provides nursing care to patients in an assigned unit. Possesses knowledge and skill necessary to meet nursing standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nurse Practice Act with supervision
Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources
Provides patient care through nursing-based practices upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance
Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or higher
~ Texas RN license
~ 2+ years of experience as RN in PACU, Pre-OP or Endoscopy
~ Work Unit: Single Unit
~ Proven basic computer skills

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
RN experience in Pre-Op, Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), Emergency Room (ER), Infusion Therapy, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) or hospital setting
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.