Medical Director at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Medical Director

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691007 - Abilene Middleton Unit

Position Description

Provides advanced professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Coordinates the delivery of clinical health care within a TDCJ Correctional institution, insuring that the appropriate health care is accessible and provided to the inmate population in a timely fashion regardless of segregation status. Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit according to TTUHSC Correctional Health Services Policies and Procedures, TDCJ Policies and Procedures, and National Commission on Correctional Health Care Standards. Works under the general direction of the Regional Medical Director with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Receives general supervision from the Regional Medical Director. Supervises physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Work is performed in a correctional institution with contact with inmates. Deadlines, interruptions, meetings, and travel necessary. Additionally, work requires collaboration with the faculty and staff at TTUHSC.

Requisition ID

39393BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides advanced professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients.


• Coordinates the delivery of clinical health care within a TDCJ Correctional institution, ensuring that the appropriate health care is accessible and provided to the inmate population in a timely fashion regardless of segregation status.


• Renders medical judgment regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit according to TTUHSC Managed Care Standard Operating Procedures, Correctional Managed Health Care Policies and Procedures, and American Correctional Association Standards.


• Works under the general direction of the Regional Medical Director with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment.


• Supervises Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.


• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, delegating and supervising APP's; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.


• Performs Patient Care to include physical exams, medication orders per established formulary, labs and x-rays. Responsible for completing charts, death summaries and Grievance Reviews.


• Close interaction with Utilization Management with regard to patient specialty care and resource management. Interaction with Clinical Pharmacist for medication consultation. 


• Position includes compensated call one week about every 15 weeks.


• Work is performed in a correctional institution with contact with inmates.


• Deadlines, interruptions, and meetings are necessary. Additionally, work requires collaboration with Contractors and Specialist, and the staff at TTUHSC and Texas Department of Criminal Justice.


• Adherence to TTUHSC values based culture.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Abilene

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Abilene Middleton Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Occasional Duties

• Other duties as assigned.

About Managed Care:



Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.





This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the 
Values of TTUHSC
:

• ONE TEAM unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission


• KINDHEARTED exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude


• INTEGRITY be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking


• VISIONARY nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit


• BEYOND SERVICE create and deliver positive defining moments

Take care of yourself and your family, Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• Training provided


• Continuing education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• Current license to practice medicine by the Texas Medical Board.


• Current Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances registration certificate.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website. Apply Now