PRN-Physician - Correctional Health

About Us

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, 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); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Job Profile

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

Other Special Requirements

Title Other 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.

Benefits & EEOC

Harris Health System's benefits program is designed to provide you with more flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs. Harris Health System's benefits program allows you to protect your income in case of illness, death and disability, and to help you save for retirement.

It is the policy of Harris Health System to provide equal opportunity for all applicants for employment regardless of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, religious creed or disability. Applicants may request any reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application process.

Job Category

Correctional Health