Internal Medicine Physician

Location: El Paso, TX

Type: Permanent, Direct Placement

Compensation: $250,000 base salary + comprehensive benefits package ($30,000 $40,000 value)

Position Overview

This PACE program, a leader in Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join their El Paso team. This physician will serve as the primary provider for Bienvivir participants, the majority of whom are Spanish-speaking seniors. The role requires clinical excellence, compassion for frail and elderly populations, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative interdisciplinary model.

Responsibilities

Provide primary care to PACE participants across community and institutional settings.

Deliver routine, episodic, and urgent care.

Conduct initial and semiannual evaluations.

Develop and manage individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Partner with nurse practitioners and consulting physicians to ensure continuity of care.

Prescribe in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Participate in on-call rotation during holidays and as needed.

Maintain awareness of the costs and alternatives of recommended tests/treatments.

Qualifications

MD or DO with Board Certification or Eligibility (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred).

Experience in geriatric medicine, family practice, or internal medicine.

Experience working in an interdisciplinary team model preferred.

Deep understanding and appreciation of frail and elderly populations.

Bilingual English/Spanish Required (95% of participants are Spanish-speaking).

Active enrollment in Medicare preferred.

Active DEA and BLS required.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday

Regular business hours: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

On-call coverage during holidays and as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $250,000

Benefits valued at $30,000 $40,000 annually, including:

Texas Medical Association (TMA) fees $915

CME allowance $3,000 + 3 CME days

Medical insurance (physician + immediate family)

Liability/malpractice coverage

Annual phone stipend $600

22 days PTO + 11 paid holidays

Relocation/housing support negotiable for non-local candidates

Spanish fluency Required

Look for candidates with PACE, geriatric, or community health experience, but family/internal med backgrounds can translate well.

work/life balance: no nights, weekends, or regular call, only occasional holiday/on-call.

Permanent