About this opportunity
Curative lists this Correctional Medicine Physician opportunity in gatesville, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients and of employees injured as a result of TDCJ-ID work related activities. Ensures that appropriate health care in accessible and provided to the inmate population in a timely fashion. Renders final medical judgement regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit according to Health Services Policies and Procedures. Directs all Health Services activities on the unit and assumes ultimate responsibility for all Health Services employees assigned to the unit. Works under the general direction of the Regional Physician with extensive latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement.
Highlights
No call responsibilities
Multiple locations across Texas
Weekday-only full-time schedule
Open to IMLC physicians
Corrections environment
Practice & Cases
Outpatient preventive care clinics
Adult male patient population
General primary care and routine visits
Supported by APPs and nursing staff
Schedule
Monday through Friday coverage
8-hour daytime shifts
Full-time 40-hour workweek required
Ongoing assignment with continuity, looking for a locums to perm physician
Requirements
Must be an MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
Active Texas license or IMLC LOQ required
BLS and DEA certifications
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :
Must hold a current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
Must hold current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) controlled substances registration.
Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.
Worksite address
gatesville, TX, 76528, US
Who can apply
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