Hospitalist Physician Jobs in Texas
Hospitalist Physician jobs in Texas represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated across large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and regional health networks serving a population that demands both high volume and specialty depth, with openings from new residency graduates through experienced senior hospitalists. The bulk of hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where major systems like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and UT Health operate anchor facilities. The most consistent demand is for nocturnists, laborists, and physicians with critical care or complex medicine experience. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Physician HTPN examines and treats patients with various conditions. They take patient histories, request tests, make diagnoses, and prescribe treatments. They administer vaccinations, perform follow-up exams, and educate patients on disease prevention and health maintenance. The Physician HTPN supervises the clinical activities of allied health and advanced practice professionals.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Examine, collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and examine records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Work with a clinical team of technicians, advanced practice professionals, and physicians. Make judgments about tests, diagnoses, and treatment options for patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Diagnoses and treats conditions in area of specialty.
- May work in hospital, specialty clinic or outpatient surgical center.
- May perform surgical procedures, treatment or non-invasive procedures in area of specialty.
- May create post-operative care plans, recommend lifestyle changes involving diet, exercise and other matters.
- Supervise the clinical activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and allied health professionals.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Physician HTPN examines and treats patients with various conditions. They take patient histories, request tests, make diagnoses, and prescribe treatments. They administer vaccinations, perform follow-up exams, and educate patients on disease prevention and health maintenance. The Physician HTPN supervises the clinical activities of allied health and advanced practice professionals.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Examine, collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and examine records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Work with a clinical team of technicians, advanced practice professionals, and physicians. Make judgments about tests, diagnoses, and treatment options for patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Diagnoses and treats conditions in area of specialty.
- May work in hospital, specialty clinic or outpatient surgical center.
- May perform surgical procedures, treatment or non-invasive procedures in area of specialty.
- May create post-operative care plans, recommend lifestyle changes involving diet, exercise and other matters.
- Supervise the clinical activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and allied health professionals.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
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Hospitalist Physician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Baylor Scott & White Health12
- US Acute Care Solutions6
- TeamHealth4
- Sound Physicians4
- Medical City Healthcare4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Education2
- Insurance1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hospitalist physician jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Medical Board license or eligibility for Texas licensure required
- Board certification or active board eligibility in internal medicine or family medicine
- Completion of an accredited U.S. or Canadian residency program in a qualifying specialty
- Current ACLS certification and BLS certification maintained throughout employment
- Experience with electronic health records systems, particularly Epic or Cerner
- Ability to manage high-census inpatient service with rotating shift and nocturnist coverage
Hospitalist Physician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospitalist physician in Texas?
You must hold a valid Texas Medical License issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of an ACGME-accredited residency, and passing USMLE or COMLEX steps. After licensure, most Texas hospital systems require board certification or active board eligibility in internal medicine, family medicine, or a related specialty. A Texas DEA registration is also required before you can prescribe.
How much do hospitalist physicians make in Texas?
Hospitalist physicians in Texas earn a median of about $269,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,460 for the lowest 10% to over $387,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hospitalist physicians in Texas?
Employers hiring hospitalist physicians in Texas right now include Baylor Scott & White Health, US Acute Care Solutions, and TeamHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's size and hospital density mean large integrated systems and physician management groups both maintain ongoing hospitalist recruitment pipelines throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most hospitalist physician jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Temple have the most hospitalist physician openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas lead because of their dense concentration of Level I trauma centers, academic medical centers, and large regional hospital networks, while San Antonio's strong military medical infrastructure and growing civilian health systems drive consistent demand in that market.
Are there remote hospitalist physician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Hospitalist medicine is by definition a bedside discipline, so the overwhelming majority of positions require full on-site presence. About 0% of hospitalist physician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telemedicine triage or overnight virtual coverage, not traditional inpatient rounding.
How can I get hired as a hospitalist physician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate or early-career hospitalist tracks at large Texas academic systems like Baylor Scott & White Health and UT Health, which regularly recruit physicians coming out of residency. Focus on internal medicine or family medicine residency completion as the core credential, then target programs that offer structured mentorship, lower census expectations, and embedded quality training for first-year attendings in Texas facilities.
Where can I find and apply to hospitalist physician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to hospitalist physician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred Texas location and apply directly to those employers.
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