Physician III

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Functional Title : Physician III

Job Title : Physician III

Agency : Health & Human Services Comm

Department : MedClinic / Prof Medical Svs M

Posting Number : 867

Closing Date : 06 / 02 / 2025

Posting Audience : Internal and External

Occupational Category : Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Salary Group : TEXAS-B-35

Salary Range : $98.07-$146.73

Shift : Day

Additional Shift : Days (First); Evenings (Second); Nights (Third); Weekends

Telework : Not Applicable

Travel : Up to 10%

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full Time / Part Time : Part time

FLSA Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt

Facility Location : Rio Grande State Center

Job Location City : HARLINGEN

Job Location Address : 1401 S RANGERVILLE RD

Essential Job Functions (EJFs) :

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and / or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Leads and supervises Physicians and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in the general medical clinic. Provides appropriate consultation and collaboration with APRNs in order to establish the Prescriptive Authority Agreement and the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners requirement for APRN practice within the state of Texas.
• Requests input from colleagues, when indicated, and demonstrates a cooperative and supportive manner in working with the supervisor, peers, and support staff to facilitate work and information flow.
• Performs comprehensive physical assessments and medical history in order to arrive at the most appropriate multi-axial diagnostic impressions and formulations. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies as necessary. Monitors the patient's response to treatment on a continuous basis.
• Monitors patient's response to treatment on an ongoing basis. Reviews diagnostic studies, conducts clinical assessments of abnormal results, and follows up or refers patients as appropriate.
• Oversees the implementation of the hospital infection control plan as required by TJC, including monitoring the status of infectious diseases of employees and patients, as well as prevention.
• Actively participates in audits and other performance improvement activities. Provides appropriate input to ensure standards of care are met and an acceptable level of patient care is maintained.
• Demonstrates respect, compassion, consideration, and responsiveness by practicing in a manner that reflects respect for the patient and family members and is attentive to the needs of other co-workers.
• Provides treatment to state hospital employees injured in the course and scope of employment.
• Establishes and maintains professional competencies through participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs or activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) :

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications :

Must be licensed as a medical doctor by the State of Texas.

Initial Screening Criteria :

Additional Information :

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and / or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.

ADA Accommodations :

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility :

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

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