Primary Care Physician Jobs in Texas

Primary Care Physician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated across large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and independent medical groups, with openings for physicians at every career stage from first-year attendings to seasoned clinicians. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio lead hiring volume, anchored by employers such as UT Physicians, Texas Health Resources, and Baylor Scott and White Health. Demand is strongest in family medicine, internal medicine, and preventive care, reflecting the state's growing and underserved patient population. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles122+
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top citySan Antonio, TX
Cities hiring64
Work type88% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Galileo
Primary Care Physician
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Galileo
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Primary Care Physician
Galileo
Texas
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration

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TeamHealth
Primary Care Physician In Northeast Houston, TX
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Primary Care Physician In Northeast Houston, TX
TeamHealth
Houston, Texas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$191k - $225k/yr
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Primary Care Physician In Desoto, TX
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TeamHealth
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Primary Care Physician In Desoto, TX
TeamHealth
DeSoto, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$74k - $88k/yr
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Primary Care Physician In Austin, TX
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TeamHealth
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Primary Care Physician In Austin, TX
TeamHealth
Austin, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$280k - $333k/yr
10,000+

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician (Primary Care)- Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Physician (Primary Care)- Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Tyler, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$124k - $315k/yr
Hybrid
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Primary Care Physician Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Antonio
23 jobs
Houston
10 jobs
Austin
4 jobs
El Paso
4 jobs
Corpus Christi
4 jobs
New Braunfels
3 jobs
Alice
2 jobs
Tyler
2 jobs
DeSoto
2 jobs

Primary Care Physician Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • US Department of Veterans Affairs
    US Department of Veterans Affairs15
  • Optum
    Optum14
  • Baylor Scott & White Health
    Baylor Scott & White Health11
  • Purple Cow Recruiting
    Purple Cow Recruiting6
  • Houston Methodist
    Houston Methodist5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Education2
  • Non-Profit & Social Services2
  • Technology & Software1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in primary care physician jobs across Texas.

  • Active Texas Medical License issued by the Texas Medical Board
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Completion of an accredited residency in family medicine or internal medicine
  • Board certification or active board eligibility in a primary care specialty
  • Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Texas
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner

Primary Care Physician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a primary care physician in Texas?

To practice as a primary care physician in Texas, you must hold a license issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires a medical degree, completion of an accredited residency program, and passing scores on the USMLE or COMLEX. After licensure, most employers also require board certification through ABFM or ABIM. The Texas Medical Board handles all initial applications, renewals, and verifications for physicians practicing anywhere in the state.

Which companies hire primary care physicians in Texas?

Employers hiring primary care physicians in Texas right now include US Department of Veterans Affairs, Optum, and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large footprint of integrated health systems, community health centers, and multispecialty group practices means consistent hiring activity across all major regions of the state.

Which Texas cities have the most primary care physician jobs?

San Antonio, Houston, and Austin have the most primary care physician openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of large academic medical centers and safety-net hospitals drives the highest raw volume, while Dallas-Fort Worth's sprawling suburban growth and San Antonio's significant military and veteran health infrastructure keep both metros consistently active for primary care hiring.

Are there remote primary care physician jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Primary care physicians work directly with patients, which makes fully remote positions uncommon compared to desk-based or analytical roles. About 12% of primary care physician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telemedicine or telephone triage components rather than entirely replacing in-person clinical work.

How can I get hired as a primary care physician in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying as a newly board-eligible physician directly out of residency, targeting health systems that run structured onboarding programs for first-year attendings. Large Texas employers such as UT Physicians, Community Health Choice, and Federally Qualified Health Centers across the Rio Grande Valley and East Texas actively recruit new graduates and offer mentored practice models. Completing a Texas-based residency, obtaining your Texas Medical Board license before your program ends, and demonstrating EMR proficiency all strengthen a new applicant's standing significantly.

Where can I find and apply to primary care physician jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to primary care physician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across health systems, group practices, and community health centers. Find the roles that fit your specialty, location preference, and career stage, then apply directly to each position through the listing.

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