Medical Director - Healthcare Homeless Health Center

Medical Director – Healthcare for the Homeless Health Center

Location: Administration Fournace Place, Bellaire, TX 77401, United States
Job : 177202
Pay: $ – $
Position Type: Full Time
Career Area: Physician

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety‑net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. The system focuses on low‑income, uninsured, and underinsured patients through acute, primary, and preventive care, disease management, and population health services. Harris Health partners with Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

The Medical Director is responsible for the medical care of patients at the Healthcare for the Homeless Health Center and for supervising physicians and nurse practitioners. The role supports an interdisciplinary team approach to care, monitors quality, and leads initiatives to improve clinical performance and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

• Provide oversight of patient care and conduct clinical oversight of physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives across the center.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Influence interdisciplinary team culture to promote collaboration and excellence.
• Mentor and coach clinical staff on best practices and evidence‑based care.

• Education: MD or DO required.
• Licensure: Registered physician in Texas;
  Family Medicine MD preferred.
• Work Experience: Minimum three years in patient navigation, care management, or direct service provision.
• Language: Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English or English/Vietnamese).
• Communication: Above‑average verbal and written skills; heavy public contact.
• Skills: Analytical, PC proficiency.
• Reliable transportation to multiple Harris County worksites.
• Passion for community‑based health work and self‑starter attitude.
• Flexible schedule; eligible for telecommute, travel, weekends.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Retirement plans with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Wellness programs and employee assistance services
• Career advancement opportunities within a Magnet®-designated system

Harris Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.