A post-acute care physician opportunity in Corpus Christi, Texas offers the chance to practice full-scope SNF and long-term care medicine within a well-supported, in-person clinical environment on the Texas Gulf Coast. This is a direct-hire, employed position embedded in the local Corpus Christi post-acute care community — ideal for a physician who values continuity of care, a manageable pace, and a coastal lifestyle with a low cost of living.
Perks and Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- In-person, locally based position — no travel or regional coverage required
- Relocation support available for candidates outside the Corpus Christi area
Practice Highlights
- Post-acute care practice focused on skilled nursing facility (SNF) and long-term care patient management
- In-person, facility-based work model with a defined local geographic footprint in Corpus Christi
- Continuity-oriented practice model serving a stable post-acute patient population
- Collaborative care environment typical of post-acute settings, working alongside nursing, therapy, and ancillary staff
- Physician-led care with the support infrastructure of a large national post-acute care organization
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited residency program
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred for post-acute care practice
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of post-acute and long-term care acuity, including complex medical patients transitioning from acute hospital settings
- Must be local to Corpus Christi or willing to relocate prior to start
About the Community
Corpus Christi sits on the Texas Gulf Coast along the Coastal Bend, offering year-round warm weather, access to Padre Island National Seashore, and a thriving waterfront culture centered on sailing, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The city combines a low cost of living with a diverse, growing population of approximately 320,000, strong public and private school options, and easy access to San Antonio — roughly two hours to the northwest — for urban amenities. Physicians relocating to Corpus Christi consistently cite the affordability, community feel, and coastal lifestyle as major draws.