PRN Physician – Correctional Health (PT/Night)
Location: Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Job ID: 176922
Pay: $121.24 – $163.67 / hour
Position Type: Part Time (PRN)
Career Area: Correctional Health
About Harris Health System
Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve residents of Harris County, Texas. The system promotes better health for the community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services.
Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health’s network of clinics, health centers, specialty locations, and virtual (telemedicine) services. Harris Health is nationally recognized with Magnet® nursing designation, NCQA patient-centered clinic recognition, and strong academic partnerships with leading medical institutions.
Job Summary – Correctional Health
The PRN Physician provides high-quality care to individuals housed in the Harris County Jail in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Responsibilities include conducting intake health assessments, managing urgent care needs, diagnosing and treating chronic conditions, and collaborating with advanced practice providers and interdisciplinary teams.
This role works closely with nursing staff, correctional officers, and on-site services including radiology, pharmacy, nutrition, dental, and laboratory services. The physician may also coordinate with the Harris Health Transfer Center or local hospitals when a higher level of care is required, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine
Must obtain board certification before board eligibility expires
Licensure & Certification:
Valid Texas Medical License
Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) License
Work Experience:
Completion of an ACGME-accredited 3- or 4-year residency program
Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
Writing / Correspondence
Writing / Reports
Proficiencies:
Computer
Suturing
Splinting
EKG Interpretation
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Analytical abilities
Mathematics
Medical terminology
Research knowledge
Additional Information:
Reports to Medical Director
No supervisory responsibilities
Flexible schedule including nights and holidays
Leave requests require 60 days’ notice
CME: 5 business days per year (advance notice required)
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