Position Description

Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit. Works under general direction of the Unit Medical Director, with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Directly supervises 2 to 4 Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners in the unit health services.

Major/Essential Functions

Adheres to institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Is responsible for providing primary ambulatory medical care to the offenders of TDCJ. This includes taking an appropriate patient history, examination of patients, ordering lab or x-ray as clinically indicated, and planning and execution of treatment. Requires special knowledge and skills in general adult medicine, orthopedics, and emergency medicine.
Provides an environment conducive to safety and security for patients, visitors, and employees.
Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and directing nursing staff.
May perform minor surgical and orthopedic procedures commensurate with medical competency.
Refers patients to medical specialists when appropriate and necessary, and coordinates medical care with said specialists.
Provides immediate care for medical emergencies of offenders, employees and on-site visitors.
Participate in regional after hours call.
Supervises and coordinates efforts by other physicians, and physician extenders assigned to this unit.
Provides coverage for appropriate and timely care to infirmary patients admitted to the unit.

Required Qualifications

Current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Current Drug Enforcement Agency and Texas Department of Public Safety controlled substances registration certificates.

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