Correctional Physician

Key Responsibilities

• Provides Comprehensive Patient Care:
• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats acute and chronic medical conditions through patient assessments, diagnostic testing, and evidence-based treatment planning.
• Performs minor medical procedures within scope of practice and coordinates specialty referrals when clinically appropriate.
• Delivers Emergency & Inpatient Care:
• Provides immediate medical care for emergencies involving patients, employees, and visitors.
• Oversees infirmary patient care, ensuring appropriate admissions, treatment, and bed management.
• Leads & Supports Clinical Teams:
• Supervises and coordinates the work of advanced practice providers and other assigned clinical staff.
• Utilizes effective leadership and communication skills to support quality patient care and team performance.
• Safeguards Safety, Quality & Compliance:
• Maintains a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment while adhering to TTUHSC, TDCJ, and applicable standards of care.
• Follows institutional, departmental, and regulatory policies to promote quality outcomes and patient safety.
• Sustains Continuity of Care:
• Participates in regional after-hours call coverage to ensure timely access to medical services.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and specialists to support continuity and coordination of care.

Required Qualifications

• Current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency certificate.