Correctional Health Physician — Teaching & Impact

University Health; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health seeks a compassionate and skilled physician to provide high-quality medical care to individuals housed in the Bexar County Jail. You will diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions within a secure correctional setting as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include documenting encounters, collaborating with staff and officers, and participating in quality improvement, teaching medical students and residents, and a rotational on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program.
• Board certification or board eligibility in your specialty.
• Texas medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• AHA BLS certification; ACLS (or specialty equivalent) within 90 days for acute care.
• Active DEA and DPS registrations.
• Correctional health care experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive health care services within your specialty to individuals housed in the Bexar County Jail.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions for incarcerated patients.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, mid-level providers, and correctional officers to deliver safe and effective patient care.
• Accurately document patient encounters and submit billing/coding information in compliance with policies.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, chart reviews, and peer audits.
• Support teaching and training opportunities with UT Health San Antonio medical students and residents.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule.
• Ensure care delivery aligns with University Health’s mission, values, and established correctional health standards.

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

ACGME-accredited residency program

Board certification or board eligibility

Texas medical license

DEA and DPS registrations

Job description

University Health seeks a compassionate and skilled physician to provide high-quality medical care to individuals housed in the Bexar County Jail. You will diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions within a secure correctional setting as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include documenting encounters, collaborating with staff and officers, and participating in quality improvement, teaching medical students and residents, and a rotational on-call schedule.