Hospitalist Jobs in Texas
Hospitalist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in large health systems, academic medical centers, and community hospitals, with openings at every level from new attending to senior hospitalist and physician leadership. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where established systems like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott and White Health, and UT Health operate major campuses. The most consistent demand is in adult inpatient medicine, nocturnist coverage, and co-management programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary:
The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, scholarly activities, and community engagement. As general internists, we apply scientific knowledge, clinical expertise and compassion to prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients with a broad spectrum of medical conditions. We care for diverse patients in primary care outpatient settings as well as hospitalized patients. Our collaborative interdisciplinary teams practice at Baylor Medicine Clinic, Baylor St. Luke's CHI Hospitals (Medical Center, Sugarland, Vintage, Woodlands), Harris Health System (Ben Taub Hospital and Smith Clinic) and Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine is the largest adult practice department at Baylor College of Medicine. Founded in 1953, we are one of the largest education programs in the United States with more than 700 trainees, and highly competitive specialty fellowship training programs, including seven federally funded research training grants. Our healthcare providers see hundreds of thousands of patients in seven inpatient and outpatient facilities and our department's clinical excellence is recognized in U.S. News and World Report. Our departmental research initiatives span the continuum of biomedical research from basic to clinical, attracting $79.5 million in total extramural funding, including more than $62 million from the NIH as well as other federal sources.
Summary
The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Hospitalist to provide services at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. The ideal candidates are patient-centered and committed to excellence in providing quality care in an inpatient setting.
Job Duties
- Positions are clinical with direct inpatient care on a 7 on/7 off block schedule.
- Provide medical care to adults in the inpatient care setting. Supervise residents, medical students, and other learners as needed.
- Coordinate with outpatient care teams for safe discharge of patients.
- Participate in any team meetings. Work with the team to develop the appropriate order sets and procedures that are needed.
- Contribute to quality improvement and research projects. Collaborate nationally with known leaders in the field. Keep up with continuing medical education as per college and section requirements.
- Renewing and meeting all required licenses and certification requirements.
- Familiarize with EPIC - electronic medical records and document all patient encounters as needed.
- Complete all documentation in a timely manner so that billing and other administrative tasks can happen smoothly to ensure a robust operational system.
Benefits include malpractice insurance, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, retirement, funds for CME related activities, and shared administrative support.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education Requirement: MD, DO; Board Certified or board eligible.
- Licensure Requirement: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary:
The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, scholarly activities, and community engagement. As general internists, we apply scientific knowledge, clinical expertise and compassion to prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients with a broad spectrum of medical conditions. We care for diverse patients in primary care outpatient settings as well as hospitalized patients. Our collaborative interdisciplinary teams practice at Baylor Medicine Clinic, Baylor St. Luke's CHI Hospitals (Medical Center, Sugarland, Vintage, Woodlands), Harris Health System (Ben Taub Hospital and Smith Clinic) and Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine is the largest adult practice department at Baylor College of Medicine. Founded in 1953, we are one of the largest education programs in the United States with more than 700 trainees, and highly competitive specialty fellowship training programs, including seven federally funded research training grants. Our healthcare providers see hundreds of thousands of patients in seven inpatient and outpatient facilities and our department's clinical excellence is recognized in U.S. News and World Report. Our departmental research initiatives span the continuum of biomedical research from basic to clinical, attracting $79.5 million in total extramural funding, including more than $62 million from the NIH as well as other federal sources.
Summary
The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Hospitalist to provide services at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. The ideal candidates are patient-centered and committed to excellence in providing quality care in an inpatient setting.
Job Duties
- Positions are clinical with direct inpatient care on a 7 on/7 off block schedule.
- Provide medical care to adults in the inpatient care setting. Supervise residents, medical students, and other learners as needed.
- Coordinate with outpatient care teams for safe discharge of patients.
- Participate in any team meetings. Work with the team to develop the appropriate order sets and procedures that are needed.
- Contribute to quality improvement and research projects. Collaborate nationally with known leaders in the field. Keep up with continuing medical education as per college and section requirements.
- Renewing and meeting all required licenses and certification requirements.
- Familiarize with EPIC - electronic medical records and document all patient encounters as needed.
- Complete all documentation in a timely manner so that billing and other administrative tasks can happen smoothly to ensure a robust operational system.
Benefits include malpractice insurance, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, retirement, funds for CME related activities, and shared administrative support.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education Requirement: MD, DO; Board Certified or board eligible.
- Licensure Requirement: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Hospitalist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Starbucks830
- Wendy's187
- Burger King112
- KFC109
- 7-Eleven92
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage1,478
- Retail256
- Hospitality & Tourism164
- Healthcare & Medical Services110
- Animal Care & Pet Services43
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hospitalist jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Medical License issued by the Texas Medical Board required
- Board certification or active board eligibility in internal medicine or family medicine
- Completion of an accredited internal medicine or family medicine residency program
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to start date
- Experience with electronic health record systems, particularly Epic or Cerner
- Strong communication and care coordination skills within multidisciplinary inpatient teams
Hospitalist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospitalist in Texas?
To practice as a hospitalist in Texas, you must hold an active license issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires completing medical school, a residency in internal medicine or family medicine, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX series. Most Texas health systems also require board certification or active board eligibility in your specialty. Once licensed, hospitalist roles are typically filled through direct applications to hospital systems or medical groups.
How much do hospitalists make in Texas?
Hospitalists in Texas earn a median of about $269,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,600 for the lowest 10% to over $457,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hospitalists in Texas?
Employers hiring hospitalists in Texas right now include Starbucks, Wendy's, and Burger King, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and independent hospitalist management groups both maintain active rosters across urban and suburban markets throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most hospitalist jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have the most hospitalist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of major health systems, Level I trauma centers, and academic medical institutions, while Dallas and San Antonio generate consistent demand through large regional hospital networks and growing suburban campuses that rely heavily on dedicated inpatient coverage.
Are there remote hospitalist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Hospitalists provide hands-on inpatient care, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence. About 0% of hospitalist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those are most often administrative, physician leadership, or telehealth coverage roles rather than traditional floor-based hospitalist positions.
How can I get hired as a hospitalist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to hospital medicine programs at large Texas health systems like Baylor Scott and White Health or UT Health, which regularly onboard new attending physicians fresh from residency. New graduates should target postgraduate year one hospitalist tracks, nocturnist positions with built-in mentorship, or co-management roles alongside subspecialty teams. Holding a Texas Medical Board license and active board eligibility gives a strong edge over applicants still awaiting certification.
Where can I find and apply to hospitalist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to hospitalist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings at health systems and medical groups throughout the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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