Chief of Medical Services - Outpatient Clinc

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement, and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Position Details

• Functional Title : Chief of Medical Services - Outpatient Clinic
• Job Title : Physician III
• Agency : Health & Human Services Comm
• Department : Rio Grande State Center
• Posting Number : 5309
• Closing Date : 05 / 16 / 2025
• Posting Audience : Internal and External
• Occupational Category : Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
• Salary Group : TEXAS-B-35
• Salary Range : $8,500.00-$12,716.29
• Shift : Day
• Additional Shift : Days (First)
• Telework : Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel : Up to 5%
• 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

Job Description

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in teamwork? HHSC is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HHSC comprises nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state-supported living centers. These facilities are accredited by The Joint Commission and provide state-of-the-art, recovery-oriented, science-based treatment. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Physician III performs highly advanced and / or managerial medical, clinical, or public health work. The role involves directing medical and infection control activities, monitoring trends, and recommending improvements. Responsible for delivering high-quality general medical evaluation and treatment, supervising physicians and nurse practitioners, and acting as a resource for infection control. Provides treatment to injured state hospital employees and works under minimal supervision with extensive independence. Duties, location, and shift patterns are subject to change based on hospital needs.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Licensure and Certification Requirements

Unrestricted Texas medical license, DEA registration, NPI, and enrollment as Medicaid and Medicare provider are required.

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Family or Internal Medicine, and at least three years of clinical or public health experience.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass background checks, drug screening, registry checks, and be at least 18 years old (21 for Waco Center for Youth). Flexibility in work hours, compliance with immunization policies, and ability to work overtime may be required. Immunization against certain diseases is mandated, and accommodations are available under ADA policies. HHSC uses E-Verify and requires I-9 documentation on the first day.

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