- This Unit Medical Director will provide onsite coverage to unit locations in Snyder and Colorado City. Relocation to Lubbock or Abilene is preferred.
- Interacts with prison administrative officials in formulating unit policy.
- Provides immediate care for medical emergencies of inmates, employees and on-site visitors.
- Refers patients to medical specialists when appropriate and necessary, and coordinates medical care with said specialists.
- May perform minor surgical and orthopedic procedures commensurate with medical competency.
- Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and directing nursing staff.
- Provides an environment conducive to safety and security for patients, visitors, and employees.
- Assesses the risk to the patient and employee safely and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with approved and appropriate standards of patient care as well as the policies of TTUHSC and TDCJ-ID.
- Is responsible for providing primary ambulatory medical care to the inmates 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.
- Participates in rotation with other providers after hours and on weekends, and holidays to provide patient care.
- Provides necessary leadership for the unit staff (i.e. interviewing, training, contracting) when appropriate.
- Acts as the Unit Health Authority for the unit.
- Communicates with Regional Medical Director regarding all medically related issues or problems in a prompt manner.
- Inspects, completes, and analyzes records. Assigns, reviews and updates classification, completes admissions notes, progress notes and discharge/death summaries, and makes rounds on patients.
- Provides supervision and delegation of prescriptive authority, reviews charts and monitors care provided by physician extenders on site and at outlying units as assigned.
- Supervises a a clinical pharmacist according to Drug Therapy Management laws and policies.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- 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 in the state of Texas :
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Training provided
- Continuing education
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Retiree Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Leadership Program
- State Pension
- 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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Correctional Unit Medical Director - Lubbock, United States - Texas Tech University
Description
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.Major/Essential Functions
Occasional Duties
About Managed Care:Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical and operational support to correctional facilities throughout West Texas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000 patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical and health services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impact the lives of our patients, to include many who had no previous access to quality health care. Learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care
This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the :
Required Qualifications
License/Certifications: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. You can locate this report through our website at: .
