Correctional Primary Care Physician Opportunity - Houston, Texas

Job Description & Requirements
Primary Care Houston Texas
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $360000.00 - $400000.00

Make a meaningful impact while enjoying a predictable schedule, strong compensation, and true work-life balance.

We are seeking a dedicated Physician to join a well-supported correctional health team in the Houston area. This is an opportunity to practice hands-on, mission-driven medicine with a diverse patient population—without the administrative burden and unpredictability of traditional hospital settings.

Position Highlights

Practice Setting

• Correctional health environment with a strong focus on continuity of care and population health
• Work with an underserved population where you can make a genuine, lasting impact

Schedule

• Night Shift Only: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Full-time employed position ( no locums/1099)
• 7 shifts per pay period
• Structured schedule allows for consistent time off and recovery

Clinical Scope

This role offers a broad, engaging scope of practice with a balance of autonomy and support:

• Intake assessments and urgent care
• Chronic disease management
• Emergency stabilization (BLS level)
• Coordination of specialty referrals
• Collaborative, team-based care model

Patient Volume: Approximately 2–3 patients per hour

Higher-acuity cases are safely transferred to Ben Taub Hospital (Level I Trauma Center) nearby—ensuring you can focus on appropriate, manageable care within your setting.

Team & Support

You’ll be practicing in a highly supported environment , including:

• RNs, LVNs, and Psych Techs
• Dedicated Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants
• Full ancillary services:
  • On-site radiology, lab, dental, pharmacy, and nutrition

This structure allows you to focus on patient care—not logistics.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: ~$187.45/hour
• Retention Bonus: Yes
• Relocation Assistance: Yes

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

- 240 hours of PTO annually

-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

-401(k) with 5% employer match

-Full medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage

Why Consider Correctional Medicine?

• Predictable schedule with no call or rounding
• Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
• Practice diverse medicine —from acute care to chronic disease management
• Reduced administrative burden compared to traditional hospital or clinic roles
• Stable, team-oriented environment with strong clinical support

Facility Location
From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.

Job Benefits

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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AMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.