Physician - Multidisciplinary team involvement in a leading academic health system (SEGUIN)

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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.

Youll 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 Healths mission, values, and established correctional health standards.

Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited medical school.

Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program .

Board certification or board eligibility in your specialty.

Texas medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start).

AHA BLS certification required; ACLS (or specialty equivalent) required within 90 days for acute care.

Active DEA and DPS registrations .

Correctional health care experience is a plus, but not required.

Spanish / English bilingual preferred.

What Were Looking For

A physician with a strong sense of social responsibility and a desire to serve underserved and justice-involved populations.

Ability to adapt medical care to patients with diverse cultural, psychosocial, and developmental needs.

Skilled communicator who can work effectively with patients, staff, and correctional personnel.

A commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care even in challenging environments.

Why Join University Health?

At University Health, youll find more than a jobyoull find a calling. Working in detention health care offers :

The chance to positively impact vulnerable populations .

A supportive, team-based work environment .

Opportunities for teaching and mentorship through our academic partnerships. xuwmhxw

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package .