Unit Medical Director (Physician II)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Cuero (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Cuero, TX seeks a physician to lead correctional health services. You will perform comprehensive medical evaluations, manage inmate care, and render final medical judgments in a secure facility.

You will supervise physicians and mid-level practitioners, coordinate referrals, and ensure compliance with Health Services policies. A Texas medical license and DEA registration are required; prior corrections experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current license to practice medicine in Texas.
• Must hold a current DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Experience in corrections or secure health care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs complete medical histories and physician examinations; prescribes medications and renders treatments.
• Inspects and updates medical records; assigns classifications and completes notes.
• Refers patients to specialists and coordinates consultations and evaluations.
• Provides after-hours and weekend patient care as part of a rotation.
• Supervises physicians and mid-level practitioners on the unit.
• Oversees unit medical department operations ensuring compliance with all standards.

Skills

Clinical medicine

Patient care

Medical decision making

Team leadership

Education

Texas Medical License

DEA registration

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Cuero, TX seeks a physician to lead correctional health services. You will perform comprehensive medical evaluations, manage inmate care, and render final medical judgments in a secure facility.

You will supervise physicians and mid-level practitioners, coordinate referrals, and ensure compliance with Health Services policies. A Texas medical license and DEA registration are required; prior corrections experience is preferred.