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CentroMed

Non-profit health center delivering primary care

Physician – Ob/Gyn

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
San Antonio, TX, USA
In PersonWork must be performed on-site.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryPhysicians & Surgeons

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduate from a U.S.-approved medical school.
  • Complete the required internship and/or residency program.
  • Hold a license issued by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
  • Hold a current Physician's Permit and Controlled Substances Registration Certificate issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
  • Be eligible for Federal Tort Claims Act medical liability coverage.
  • Complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screen, educational and prior employment verification, professional reference checks, and verification of eligibility and authorization to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Provide quality primary health care to a diverse community-based patient population under the direction of the Vice President/Chief Medical Officer and in accordance with the medical profession.
  • Provide general physical examinations and medical evaluations to diagnose and treat a variety of medical illnesses and diseases.
  • Direct patient care in accordance with CentroMed’s approved scope of services.
  • Analyze test findings and process normal and abnormal lab results to diagnose patients’ health conditions; administer appropriate treatment plans and prescribe medications according to medical protocols.
  • Promote patient health by advising patients on diet, hygiene, and disease prevention.
  • Document treatment modalities administered and preventive medicine prescribed in patient medical charts in accordance with accepted medical protocols.
  • Refer patients to specialists when necessary, following guidelines established by the Chief Medical Officer and managed care contracts.
  • Work as a member of the medical staff to implement objectives and clinical outcome measures by life cycle groups, identify community medical issues, and develop treatment plans.
  • Provide medical assistance to other physicians and mid-level providers as necessary, or cover patients in the absence of their regular treating physician.
  • Keep the Chief Medical Officer informed of trends and increases in medical conditions and illnesses reported by patients.
  • Maintain continuing medical education requirements for Texas licensure and board certification.
  • Follow infection-control policies and procedures in the infection-control manual and hazardous-materials policies and procedures in the employee safety manual.
  • Participate in after-hours care, including patient calls and hospital coverage, and document that care appropriately.
  • Participate in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program.
  • Uphold CentroMed’s mission and values relating to ethics, integrity, safety, corporate responsibility, and objectives.
  • Maintain high levels of internal and external customer service.
  • Follow all CentroMed policies and procedures.
  • Protect personal, confidential, and identifiable information and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act standards and requirements.
  • Assist in training new employees in performing their job duties as requested.
  • Perform duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Outpatient health care clinic experience is preferred.
  • Bilingual ability is preferred.

About the company

CentroMed is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, women's health, pediatrics, and HIV/AIDS care across more than 20 sites in the San Antonio area. Its services are designed for underserved and low-income residents, with care available regardless of ability to pay, funded by program service fees, federal grants, and private contributions, and it accepts Medicare and Medicaid. The organization began in 1971 as a counseling program and expanded over the years to medical, dental, and OB-Gyn/perinatal clinics, building partnerships with local health systems to extend access. CentroMed aims to increase access to affordable, comprehensive healthcare through a network of clinics and community partnerships, serving a broad client base including families, homeless individuals, and vulnerable populations.

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What believers are saying

  • Joaquin Castro secured $4.658 million for CentroMed in February 2024.
  • Methodist Healthcare Ministries included CentroMed among 61 nonprofits funded in 2026.
  • CentroMed still lists active eligibility services and multiple clinics in 2026, signaling operating continuity.

What critics are saying

  • The 2024 breach triggered class-action litigation; the Fifth Circuit ruled Feb. 6, 2026.
  • A 2025 pediatric assault allegation against an employed doctor damaged trust and supervision credibility.
  • Federal grant dependence exposes CentroMed to reimbursement cuts; losing HRSA support cripples operations.

What makes CentroMed unique

  • CentroMed serves uninsured patients through sliding-fee FQHC care across San Antonio.
  • Ernesto Gómez has led CentroMed since 1971, giving rare community continuity.
  • Its multi-site network spans primary, dental, behavioral, women’s health, and HIV care.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation