Physician / Chief Medical Officer / Texas / Permanent / Medical Director Job

Medical Director

HHSC is seeking a Physician to join an interdisciplinary team of professionals to provide clinical care and leadership to Lubbock State Supported Living Center. As Medical Director, you will work with a dynamic group of staff and professionals who are dedicated to providing supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a team environment where staff clinicians collaborate to provide comprehensive care and services.

Job Description

• Provide effective leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities served by HHSC State Supported Living Centers.
• Work involves both administrative and clinical responsibilities, including directing and monitoring medical services, participating in treatment team processes, and supervising staff Physicians, Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP), Physician Assistant(s), Pharmacist(s), Dentist(s), and consulting Psychiatrist(s).
• Serve as a primary care physician for a smaller caseload and share on-call duty with other staff physicians, physician assistant(s), and FNPs.
• Provide and coordinate First Aid services to employees resulting from on-the-job injury/illness.
• Work under the general supervision of the facility Director with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Delegate portions of duties to persons under supervision while maintaining overall responsibility for the medical care of the individuals.
• Provide treatment to HHS employees injured in the course and scope of employment.

Benefits

The State of Texas offers many benefits to employees, including competitive salaries, career advancement, health and dental insurance, and paid vacation and sick leave.