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).

JOB SUMMARY:

Serves 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Contributes to the success of Correctional Managed Care. Oversees 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. Works 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. Optimizes 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. Maintains oversight of provider productivity, off-site transportation and patient care and compliance with CMC guidelines for fiscal responsibility. Directly supervises physicians and assigned mid level practitioners within the region. Oversees 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. Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Superior ability to adapt to changing technology, programs situations and needs. Ability to forecast and develop plans to address changing healthcare market place. Knowledge of computers, video conferencing equipment and other electronic components. Effective change agent, facilitator and strategist. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve specific outcomes. Ability to maximize people and financial resources. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement. Knowledge of medical staff governance and credentialing. Knowledge of healthcare regulations. Ability to coach and lead staff. Ability to negotiate solutions and outcomes. Team player and participative leader style. Ability to work in partnership with executive management. Knowledge of current medical practices, techniques and equipment. Clinical competency in medicine. Knowledge of clinical and managed care concepts. Knowledge of alternative levels of care and services provided. Knowledge of Utilization Management and regulatory standards.

SUPERVISION:

Direct:     Cluster/facility providers Indirect:   Unit based providers

DECISION-MAKING RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsible for appropriate decisions regarding patient care within the region.

EQUIPMENT:

Standard office and medical equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Standard 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.

Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Texas and ten (10) years of progressive management/leadership and patient care experience. Practical experience in Tele-Medicine, Electronic Utilization Review and Quality Improvement is desirable. Board certification required with a preference for a primary care specialty such as Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, OB-Gyn, General Surgery, Pediatrics or Emergency Medicine. Must hold current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) controlled substance registration.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Board certification in a primary care specialty.

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

 

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