Physician

University Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physician to provide high-quality medical care to individuals housed in the Bexar County Adult Detention Center . This unique role offers the opportunity to serve a population with complex health needs in a secure environment while working within one of Texas' leading academic health systems.

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to improving the health and well-being of patients while ensuring safe, ethical, and professional medical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive health care services within your specialty to individuals housed in the Bexar County Jail.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions for incarcerated patients.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, mid-level providers, and correctional officers to deliver safe and effective patient care.
• Accurately document patient encounters and submit billing / coding information in compliance with policies.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, chart reviews, and peer audits .
• Support teaching and training opportunities with UT Health San Antonio medical students and residents.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule .
• Ensure care delivery aligns with University Health's mission, values, and established correctional health standards.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Why Join University Health?

At University Health, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a calling. Working in detention health care offers :