Physician - Correctional Health 701 Clinic (12-Hour Nights)

Hiring Post: Physician – Correctional Health 701 Clinic (12-Hour Nights) – 25K Retention Bonus Compensation: $307,215.00 to $391,498.00/year Career Area: Correctional Health Location: Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Houston, TX 77002 Position Type: Full-Time Benefits Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage $10k student loan repayment $25K Retention Bonus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance Life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Subsidized parking Access to a credit union Employee disaster relief support Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment) CME: 5 business days per year About the Position Harris Health System is seeking a Physician to join the Correctional Health team at the 701 Clinic for 12-hour night shifts . This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-impact, mission-driven environment , providing comprehensive care to individuals housed in the Harris County Jail. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments , managing urgent and chronic conditions , and collaborating with advanced practice providers and interdisciplinary teams. You will work closely with Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies , nursing staff, and on-site services such as radiology, pharmacy, laboratory, dental, and nutrition services. You will also coordinate with external hospitals when higher-level care is required and ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. About Harris Health System Harris Health System 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, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services. Its flagship hospitals – Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) – anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet® nursing excellence , NCQA patient-centered care , and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine , UTHealth , MD Anderson Cancer Center , and the University of Houston . Requirements Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Board Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine Must obtain and maintain board certification within required timeframe Licensure: Active Texas Medical Board license Active DEA license Experience: Completion of an ACGME-accredited 3- or 4-year residency program Clinical Skills: Proficiency in suturing, splinting, and EKG interpretation Strong clinical judgment and patient care skills Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact) Exceptional verbal communication (public speaking) Strong written communication (correspondence and reports) Technical Skills: Computer proficiency Knowledge/Skills: Analytical abilities Mathematics and medical terminology Research knowledge and capabilities Work Schedule: 12-hour night shifts Flexible schedule, including holidays Leave requests must be submitted 60 days in advance Join Harris Health System and make a meaningful impact by delivering essential healthcare services to underserved populations in the correctional health setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr