Medical Director Physician

Locums to Perm Medical Director Äì Correctional Medicine Dallas, TX This Role Leadership opportunity overseeing medical services for the Dallas County jail system Provide clinical oversight for a large correctional health program serving adult patient populations Work closely with behavioral health leadership and multidisciplinary teams Influence quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and program development Opportunity to recruit, mentor, and develop physician and APP teams Spanish proficiency considered a strong plus Details Start Date: TBD End Date: Ongoing Coverage Type: Clinical Leadership / Administrative Schedule: Full-time leadership role Call: None Setting: Correctional Health Services within the Dallas County jail system & Administrative Responsibilities Direct and coordinate all medical services for Correctional Health Services Provide oversight for adult and women Äôs health programs within the jail system Supervise physicians and advanced practice providers Collaborate with Behavioral Health leadership to provide integrated care Serve as liaison between jail physicians and hospital, ER, and specialty services Lead quality management initiatives and performance improvement programs Develop and implement clinical protocols, procedures, and policies Support physician recruitment, staff development, and retention initiatives Maintain relationships with the Sheriff Äôs Department, Parkland leadership, and community partners Assist with program development, training, and educational initiatives Board Certified or Board Eligible physician Completion of an ACGME or AMA accredited residency Minimum 5 years of management experience in clinical medicine programs Texas medical license or ability to obtain within 180 days Must meet all medical staff credentialing requirements NPDB Self-Query within the past 30 days Correctional health experience Spanish language proficiency Clean malpractice and licensing history Malpractice insurance included Travel and lodging covered