Medical Director- Hybrid

Overview

Extended Job Title : Medical Director- Hybrid

Position Description

Provides advanced professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Coordinates the delivery of clinical health care within a TDCJ Correctional institution, ensuring access to appropriate health care for the inmate population in a timely fashion regardless of segregation status. Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit according to TTUHSC Correctional Health Services Policies and Procedures, TDCJ Policies and Procedures, and National Commission on Correctional Health Care Standards. Works under the general direction of the Regional Medical Director with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Receives general supervision from the Regional Medical Director. Supervises physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Work is performed in a correctional institution with contact with inmates. Deadlines, interruptions, meetings, and travel necessary. Additionally, work requires collaboration with the faculty and staff at TTUHSC.

Major / Essential Functions

• Provide medical oversight for the Daniel Unit in Snyder and the Wallace Unit in Colorado City, with a hybrid schedule requiring one full week of onsite presence at each facility per month.
• Interacts with prison administrative officials in formulating unit policy.
• Provides immediate care for medical emergencies of inmates, employees and on-site visitors.
• Refers patients to medical specialists when appropriate and necessary, and coordinates medical care with said specialists.
• May perform minor surgical and orthopedic procedures commensurate with medical competency.
• Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and directing nursing staff.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety and security for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Assesses the risk to the patient and employee safely and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with approved and appropriate standards of patient care as well as the policies of TTUHSC and TDCJ-ID.
• Is responsible for providing primary ambulatory medical care to the inmates of TDCJ, including patient history, examination, ordering labs or x-ray as indicated, and planning and execution of treatment.
• Participates in rotation with other providers after hours and on weekends, and holidays to provide patient care.
• Provides necessary leadership for the unit staff (i.e. interviewing, training, contracting) when appropriate.
• Acts as the Unit Health Authority for the unit.
• Communicates with Regional Medical Director regarding all medically related issues or problems in a prompt manner.
• Inspects, completes, and analyzes records; assigns, reviews and updates classification, completes admissions notes, progress notes and discharge / death summaries; makes rounds on patients.
• Provides supervision and delegation of prescriptive authority, reviews charts and monitors care provided by physician extenders on site and at outlying units as assigned.
• Supervises a clinical pharmacist according to Drug Therapy Management laws and policies.

Required Qualifications

Current license to practice medicine by the Texas Medical Board. Current Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances registration certificate.

Additional Information

Requisition ID : 40004BR

Travel Required : Up to 25%

Work Location : Lubbock

Department : Snyder Daniel Unit

Job Type : Full Time

Shift : Other

Pay Basis : Monthly

Pay Grade Maximum : salary commensurate with related education, experience and / or skills

Pay Grade Minimum : salary commensurate with related education, experience and / or skills

Grant Funded? : No

Required Attachments : Resume / CV

EEO Statement : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care and we believe that our people are the reason for our institutions lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

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 :

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.

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