PRN-Physician - Correctional Health

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health provides medical care in a challenging, mission-driven environment serving Harris County inmates. The physician will perform intake assessments, manage urgent care issues, and treat chronic diseases with collaboration from nursing, radiology, pharmacy, nutrition, dental, and laboratory services.

Strong communication is essential for working with deputies and transfer centers. The role requires MD/DO, Texas license, and board certification or eligibility in Family, Internal, or

Qualifications

• MD/DO with Texas license and board certification or eligibility in Family, Internal, or Emergency Medicine.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Family, Internal, or Emergency Medicine (3- or 4-year).
• Strong clinical and communication skills; ability to coordinate with jail medical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake health assessments and address urgent care needs for inmates.
• Identify and treat chronic conditions; provide high-quality medical care.
• Collaborate with Advanced Practice Practitioners, nursing staff, and other on-site services (radiology, pharmacy, nutrition, dental, labs).
• Coordinate with Harris County Sheriff Office deputies and transfer centers as needed to ensure appropriate care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Medical terminology knowledge

Research knowledge and abilities

Education

Doctor of Medicine

ACGME-accredited residency (Family/Internal/Emergency Medicine)

Tools

Computer

Suturing

Splinting

EKG interpretation

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Work in a challenging but rewarding environment with like-minded, mission-oriented team members. The candidate needs to possess strong clinical and communication skills, and be highly accountable. This person provides high quality care for individuals housed in the Harris County Jail. Performs intake health assessments, manages urgent care issues, identifies and treats chronic care illnesses, and collaborates with advanced practice practitioners. Work in conjunction with Harris County Sheriff Office deputies. Works in conjunction with nursing staff, and on-site services such as: radiology, pharmacy, nutrition, dental, and laboratory services. May require communication with Harris Health Transfer Center or other local hospitals if patients require a higher level of care. Ensure organizational compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Degrees

Doctor of Medicine - Board Certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency and maintain board certification throughout employment. Must become board certified before board eligibility runs out. Must meet all credentialing criteria, as set by the Medical Executive Committee.

Licensure

Texas Medical Board- M.D. or D.O. must hold a valid Texas license to practice medicine and be registered as a physician in the State of Texas

Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License

Must remain active throughout employment.

Work Experience

Completion of an ACGME accredited 3-year or 4-year residency program in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.

Communication Skills

• Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
• Writing/Correspondence
• Writing/Reports

Proficiencies

• Computer
• Suturing
• Splinting
• EKG Interpretation

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Analytical Abilities
• Mathematics
• Medical Terminology Knowledge
• Research Knowledge and Abilities

Work Schedule

• Flexible
• Holidays

Reports To Position

Medical Director

Employees Supervised

No Supervisory Responsibilities

TitleOther Requirements

• Equipment Operated
• Computer

Other Requirements

Request for leave must be submitted sixty (60) days in advance for approval to enable arrangements of schedule. CME consists of five (5) business days per year. Notice must be given sixty (60) days in advance in order to make arrangements for coverage of services.