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Job description
The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).
nJOB SUMMARY :
nServes as medical director for a number of correctional facilities within a designated region. 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 healthcare is accessible and provided to the inmate population in a timely fashion. Renders final medical judgment regarding care provided to designated inmates according to Health Services Policies and Procedures. Directs all Health Services activities within the region and assumes ultimate responsibility for all medical providers assigned within the region. Works under the director of the senior medical director.
nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
nnContributes to the success of Correctional Managed Care.
nOversees medical providers within the region to optimize the delivery of patient care, including monitoring of staff activities and levels, participation with HR in filling vacant provider positions, monitoring and approval of travel, completion of annual evaluations, participation in disciplinary actions as needed and all other duties required for maintenance of a professional provider workforce.
nWorks closely with all other disciplines in support of the delivery of medical care to patients including active participation as a member of a regional team, participation in conferences and meetings as needed, preparation of material in support of the mission, participation on several leadership committees as assigned and other duties as needed.
nOptimizes communication within the region and disciplines including serving as a resource for medical providers and others in addressing the delivery of medical care to patients, maintains regular provider communication and training, visits units within the region on a regular basis to provide information and guidance and is available as required.
nMaintains oversight of provider productivity, off-site transportation and patient care and compliance with CMC guidelines for fiscal responsibility.
nDirectly supervises physicians and assigned mid level practitioners within the region.
nOversees and manages operations of the region's medical providers in cooperation with other regional team members, assuring compliance with all applicable standards, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and court orders.
nAdheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
nPerforms related duties as assigned.
n nKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES :
nnSuperior ability to adapt to changing technology, programs situations and needs.
nAbility to forecast and develop plans to address changing healthcare market place.
nKnowledge of computers, video conferencing equipment and other electronic components.
nEffective change agent, facilitator and strategist.
nDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve specific outcomes.
nAbility to maximize people and financial resources.
nKnowledge of continuous quality improvement.
nKnowledge of medical staff governance and credentialing.
nKnowledge of healthcare regulations.
nAbility to coach and lead staff.
nAbility to negotiate solutions and outcomes.
nTeam player and participative leader style.
nAbility to work in partnership with executive management.
nKnowledge of current medical practices, techniques and equipment.
nClinical competency in medicine.
nKnowledge of clinical and managed care concepts.
nKnowledge of alternative levels of care and services provided.
nKnowledge of Utilization Management and regulatory standards.
n nSUPERVISION :
nnDirect: Cluster/facility providers
nIndirect: Unit based providers
n nDECISION-MAKING RESPONSIBILITY :
nResponsible for appropriate decisions regarding patient care within the region.
nEQUIPMENT :
nStandard office and medical equipment.
nWORK ENVIRONMENT :
nStandard office and/or medical clinical environment at an office and/or within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Requires travel and visits to correctional facilities within the region.
nSecurity clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.
Worksite address
gatesville, TX, 76599, US
Who can apply
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