Correctional Physician

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a physician to provide professional medical services for inmate patients, render medical judgments, and supervise 2 to 4 physician assistants or nurse practitioners in the unit health services.

The role involves examining inmates, prescribing treatment, handling records and clinic notes, collaborating with other providers, and coordinating transfers and admissions as needed.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
• DEA and Texas DPS controlled substances registrations.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Examines inmate patients to determine health and prescribe treatment.
• Maintains records, clinic notes, and reviews charts.
• Takes unit call to provide 24-hour coverage.
• Monitors care provided by physician extenders on site.
• Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners.
• Manages admissions and transfers with bed coordination.

Skills

Medical judgment

Team supervision

Clinical collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position Description

Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit. Works under general direction of the Unit Medical Director, with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Directly supervises 2 to 4 Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners in the unit health services.

Position Description

Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit. Works under general direction of the Unit Medical Director, with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Directly supervises 2 to 4 Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners in the unit health services.

Major/Essential Functions

• Examines inmate/patients to determine general health and prescribes treatment and administers medication as needed.
• Inspects, completes, and analyzes records, assigns, reviews and updates classification, completes clinic notes, clinic chart reviews, chronic care clinics, annual history & physical exams, and occasionally admission notes.
• Takes Unit call with other providers to provide 24 hour coverage.
• Reviews charts and monitors care provided by physician extenders on site.
• Refers patients to medical specialist or other practitioner for specialized treatment.
• Performs outside transfer call duty. This is typically 1 day per week during business hours. UM should obtain a bed for the potential transfer prior to the provider-to-provider call. Receives provider-to-provider sign out. Determines if the patient is appropriate to come to Montford and the level of care needed. Accepts patient in transfer if the patient is appropriate and there is a bed available. Consults w/ a Montford physician, if help is needed. Enters admission order set into EHR. Sends TTUHSC Outlook email to Montford provider group informing of the admission.

Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Current Drug Enforcement Agency and Texas Department of Public Safety controlled substances registration certificates.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic computer skills.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for fulltime team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.