Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Family Medicine Physician
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430
Extended Job Title
Family Medicine Physician Position Description
Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Renders medical judgement regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit. Works under general direction of the Unit Medical Director, with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgement. Directly supervises 2 to 4 Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners in the unit health services. Major/Essential Functions
Adheres to institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures. Is responsible for providing primary ambulatory medical care to the offenders 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. Requires special knowledge and skills in general adult medicine, orthopedics, and emergency medicine. 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 and appropriate standards of patient care as well as the policies of TTUHSC and TDCJ-ID. Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and directing nursing staff. May perform minor surgical and orthopedic procedures commensurate with medical competency. Refers patients to medical specialists when appropriate and necessary, and coordinates medical care with said specialists. Provides immediate care for medical emergencies of offenders, employees and on-site visitors. Participates in regional after hours call. Requires special knowledge and skills in general medicine, orthopedics, and emergency medicine. Ability to work under pressure and to maintain patience and self control under these conditions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Supervises and coordinates efforts by other physicians, and physician extenders assigned to this unit. Provides coverage for appropriate and timely care to infirmary patients admitted to the unit. Manages bed space appropriately. Requisition Information
Requisition ID
36218BR Travel Required
Up to 25% Pay Grade Maximum
275,000 Pay Grade Minimum
260,000 Pay Basis
Monthly Work Location
Abilene Department
Abilene Robertson Unit Job Type
Full Time Shift
Day 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. Required Qualifications
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. Benefits
Health Plans
+ Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off
– Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace 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.
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Family Medicine Physician Position Description
Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients. Renders medical judgement regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit. Works under general direction of the Unit Medical Director, with wide latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgement. Directly supervises 2 to 4 Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners in the unit health services. Major/Essential Functions
Adheres to institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures. Is responsible for providing primary ambulatory medical care to the offenders 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. Requires special knowledge and skills in general adult medicine, orthopedics, and emergency medicine. 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 and appropriate standards of patient care as well as the policies of TTUHSC and TDCJ-ID. Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating and directing nursing staff. May perform minor surgical and orthopedic procedures commensurate with medical competency. Refers patients to medical specialists when appropriate and necessary, and coordinates medical care with said specialists. Provides immediate care for medical emergencies of offenders, employees and on-site visitors. Participates in regional after hours call. Requires special knowledge and skills in general medicine, orthopedics, and emergency medicine. Ability to work under pressure and to maintain patience and self control under these conditions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Supervises and coordinates efforts by other physicians, and physician extenders assigned to this unit. Provides coverage for appropriate and timely care to infirmary patients admitted to the unit. Manages bed space appropriately. Requisition Information
Requisition ID
36218BR Travel Required
Up to 25% Pay Grade Maximum
275,000 Pay Grade Minimum
260,000 Pay Basis
Monthly Work Location
Abilene Department
Abilene Robertson Unit Job Type
Full Time Shift
Day 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. Required Qualifications
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. Benefits
Health Plans
+ Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off
– Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace 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.
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