Medical Director | East Texas, Just 2 Hours from Houston
Sound Physicians
Job at a glance
Lead Patient-Centered Care as a Medical Director in Lufkin, Texas at CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Lufkin — better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk. Local Team Collaboration: At CHI St.
Luke’s Health Memorial in Lufkin, our strong, collaborative team includes thirteen physicians. We are an integral part of our hospital community and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership. Our team actively participates in committees and leadership roles to support quality and process improvement. Qualifications: Board-certified/eligible in family or internal medicine.
Minimum of one year in hospital medicine as a leader in an associate medical director or director-level role. We proudly sponsor H1B visa candidates and provide in-house visa specialists, licensing, and credentialing support. All required visa filing fees are covered by Sound. Scheduling: A combination of clinical and administrative time. 10 clinical shifts per month, and 60 hours a month of protected administrative time.
Key Responsibilities: Provide oversight and leadership to a team of seasoned providers. Collaborate with both Sound Physicians leaders, as well as hospital leaders, in meeting key goals in care delivery and quality metrics. Living and Working in Lufkin: Lufkin, Texas, is often considered a great place to live due to its welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and proximity to natural attractions such as the Davy Crockett National Forest.
Residents appreciate the small-town atmosphere, friendly neighbors, and diverse outdoor activities, making it an appealing location for those seeking a balanced and comfortable lifestyle. Lufkin is about 2 hours from Houston. Rewards and Compensation: Compensation: Highly competitive salary and benefits. Generous medical director stipend and management bonus incentive. Caroline McLean, Clinical Recruiter | [email protected] | (863) 273-8801