Regional Medical Director

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Location:

EL PASO, TX

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Employee Benefits

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Functional Title: Regional Medical Director

Job Title: Physician III

Agency: Dept of State Health Services

Department: Region 9/10

Posting Number: 22102

Closing Date: 11/05/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Salary Range: $15,037.75 - $19,335.00

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-35

Shift: Day

Additional Shift

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 25%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: EL PASO

Job Location Address: 401 FRANKLIN AVE

Other Locations:

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Brief Job Description

The Regional Medical Director (RMD) is a senior physician leadership role offering a unique opportunity to shape population health across West Texas. This position is located in El Paso, Texas serving Public Health Region 9/10 which includes 36 counties from the Rio Grande River to the New Mexico border. The RMD blends clinical expertise with executive leadership to advance public health practice and protect communities.

As the region’s lead physician, the RMD provides medical direction, serves as a trusted advisor to local and regional partners, and oversees the delivery of high‑quality public health and clinical services. This role offers broad professional scope including clinical oversight and public health preparedness while maintaining direct engagement in meaningful medical decision‑making.

The RMD works closely with agency leadership and with city, county, state, and federal partners to coordinate services, respond to public health incidents, and ensure consistent application of evidence‑based practices and regulatory standards.

For candidates who hold a current U.S. Medical License (MD or DO) from a state other than Texas, or who are eligible to obtain a Texas Medical License (e.g., medical school graduates, expired license, etc.), a Texas Medical License will be required as a condition of employment. Candidates may begin employment prior to obtaining the Texas license, provided they are able to secure licensure within the six‑month probationary period

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

40% – Provides medical and administrative leadership for regional programs; partners with local health departments; oversees public health services in counties without a local health department; and serves as a key physician liaison to external agencies, officials, and community stakeholders.

30% – Supervises program managers, leads the region’s medical and operational response to public health incidents, and ensures alignment with agency priorities, policies, and clinical standards.

25% – Serves as health authority for counties without a designated health authority; oversees the regional Class D pharmacy; reviews and signs standing delegation orders; authorizes medical countermeasures and prophylactic medications; and provides clinical public health services as needed, including tuberculosis, sexually transmitted infections, and immunizations.

5% – Performs additional duties as assigned, including participation in disaster response, recovery operations, or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation, which may require alternate schedules or locations.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of modern medicine principles and practices, functions of public health organizations, state and federal public health laws, and current public health social and economic trends.

Skill in public speaking and executive-level collaboration.

Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute responses to public health needs and queries.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

Required: Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment.

Preferred: Board certification in Public Health, Preventative Medicine, Infectious Disease, or other public health related discipline(s).

Required: Current driver's License

Initial Screening Criteria

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or an equivalent degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine (required).

Experience In Leadership And Organizational Management (preferred).

Experience working in public health or public health related activities (preferred).

Additional Information

Experience with federal, state, or local government (preferred).

This position is located in El Paso, Texas and requires a current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment.

Safe operation of either a state-owned vehicle or personal vehicle is required to conduct state business, and an acceptable driving record must be maintained.

This position may require travel up to 25% of the time and hours outside of 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on‑line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, And Work Eligibility

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form

Nearest Major Market: El Paso