Hospitalist Physician
Denison, Texas; Dallas, Texas; McKinney, Texas; Prosper, Texas
Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.
In hospital medicine, clinical leadership drives meaningful change. Our physician teams deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the inpatient journey, ensuring timely decisions, coordinated treatment plans, and seamless transitions. We lead with clarity, compassion, and a commitment to operational excellence.
With a national footprint and decades of experience, our hospital medicine programs are built on strong physician leadership, data-driven performance, and a culture of collaboration. Whether managing complex cases or optimizing hospital workflows, our hospitalists are empowered to make a lasting impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: Experienced
- Shift: Day
- Travel: No
Hospitalist Physician
Denison, Texas
Job ID:
JOB-001099
Category:
Hospital Medicine
Live in Frisco, McKinney, or Prosper - Practice at Texoma Medical Center as a Hospitalist Physician – A Role Designed for You
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Denison, Texas—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.
We are hiring a day hospitalist physician. You can choose to live in Denison or in the North Dallas suburbs (McKinney, Frisco, Prosper); this opportunity offers both professional growth and a manageable commute. Many of our current physicians live in those communities and drive approximately 45 minutes.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our close-knit team of 28 physicians and 2 advanced practice providers at Texoma Medical Center.
- Work alongside our culturally diverse team, which represents multiple nationalities and has an equal balance of male and female members.
- We promote a caring environment, value each other’s well-being, and seamlessly collaborate across hospital departments to achieve shared objectives.
- Sound is focused on equitably providing quality care to the patients in the communities we serve and providing a structured and predictable work environment.
Qualifications:
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution and board-certified/eligible in internal medicine or family medicine.
- ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
- Active medical license or eligible to become licensed in Texas.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- This opportunity follows a schedule of 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation with 12-hour shifts.
- Our current model has 12 hospitalists daily, 1 swing physician, 2 nocturnist physicians, and one night advanced practice provider.
Key Responsibilities:
- We operate as a well-organized team, providing updated systems, teaching tools, and educational programs facilitated by Sound.
- Many team members serve on various committees, such as the medical executive, utilization management, quality review, sepsis, and stroke.
- We utilize Cerner, which has access to our internal informatics platform.
- Our dedicated providers are committed to providing positive patient-centered care to all stakeholders.
Living and Working in Denison:
- Denison offers a friendly, close-knit community with a charming downtown, scenic parks, and rich history.
- Join our established hospital medicine team at Texoma Medical Center while enjoying life in McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, or North Dallas. Enjoy a predictable 7-on/7-off schedule, collaborative physician leadership, and an easy commute without the congestion of downtown Dallas.
- Ideal for physicians seeking more space, top-rated schools, and vibrant amenities.
- Provides a relaxed, connected lifestyle with strong community pride and family-friendly activities.
- Strong culture of growth and community involvement, with opportunities locally and across the Sound network.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Competitive compensation package offered.
Caroline McLean, Clinical Recruiter | cmclean@soundphysicians.com | (863) 273-8801
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact—because every patient deserves excellence.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a tightly integrated team of hospitalists who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
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Accountability:
You lead with intention—owning your role in shaping hospital strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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“In Savannah, most of us have been together 12 to 20 years. That doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because people genuinely enjoy showing up for each other.”
Mihir Patel, MD, MBA, CPE
Chief Executive Officer, Hospital Medicine -

“My job is to clear the path so local leaders can succeed. They know their hospitals better than anyone. We’re here to give them the tools, the data, and the support — not to micromanage them.”
Chia-Shing Yang, MD
Regional President, Hospital Medicine -

“I moved states for this role. I knew right away—after meeting the team—that this was the kind of environment where I could grow and be supported.”
Sunny Pattar, MD
Medical Director, Hospital Medicine -

“We’re proud of the impact we’re making. It’s real, it’s measurable, and it’s felt in our communities.”
Karen Allen, MD
Divisional Chief Medical Officer
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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