Primary Care Houston Texas

Join Our Correctional Health Team

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