Physician III — Maximum Security Psychiatric Unit

Texas A&M International; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Time off benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas seeks a Physician III to serve as Staff Physician in the Maximum Security Unit at Rio Grande State Center. The role emphasizes medical evaluation, clinical oversight, and infection control for patients with psychiatric disorders.

The position requires an MD, Texas medical license, DEA registration, and 3 years of clinical/public health experience, including 2 years in a psychiatric setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college of medicine with an MD degree.
• Must be licensed as a Doctor by the Texas Medical Board and have a current DEA registration.
• Three years of clinical or public health experience; two years in a psychiatric hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Direct medical and infection control activities under supervision.
• Provide high-quality medical evaluation and treatment to patients with psychiatric disorders.
• Supervise physicians and APRNs in the medical clinic.
• Ensure documentation and compliance with standards and infection control policies.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Infection control

Clinical assessment

Public health

Education

Medical Doctor degree

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas seeks a Physician III to serve as Staff Physician in the Maximum Security Unit at Rio Grande State Center. The role emphasizes medical evaluation, clinical oversight, and infection control for patients with psychiatric disorders.

The position requires an MD, Texas medical license, DEA registration, and 3 years of clinical/public health experience, including 2 years in a psychiatric setting.