Physician - Correctional Health Associate Medical Director - Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

Company: Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Who We AreJPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people. Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time. Why JPS? We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road: 1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS. When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you! For more information, visit .To view all job vacancies, visit or . Job Description: Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group is seeking a Full Time Associate Medical Director Physician to join the Tarrant County Correctional Health Team at the Tarrant County Jail in Downtown Fort Worth, TX.As the county hospital system, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. This is a wonderful opportunity for innovative and passionate individuals to treat complex medical issues, and to provide compassionate, quality care to those patients that need it most. Location: Tarrant County Jail - 10 minutes North of JPS Hospital.Schedule: Full Time. Monday-Friday / occasional rotating SaturdaysEssential Functions of the Role:

• Assist Medical Director for Correctional Health
• in supervising team of Advanced Practice Professionals
• working with JPS Leadership and Tarrant County Jail Leadership in developing decisions and solutions that impact the delivery and quality of care to patients.
• Makes appropriate patient referrals as necessary.
• Monitors guidelines for the management of care and for ensuring that the services are delivered in compliance with the guidelines established by Tarrant County Department of Corrections, JPS Health Network and Acclaim Physician Group.
• Provides care education to patients.
• Provides evidence-based and compassionate care to all patients as assigned to improve patient outcomes.
• Maintains a collaborative environment with other providers, clinical staff, and support staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Applicant Requirements:
  • Must have a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an approved college of Medicine/Osteopathy
  • Must be board-eligible/certified physician in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  • Have or be eligible for Texas Medical LicensePreferred Experience:
    • Highly preferred prior experience working in a large county jail system or similar environment as a Physician.
    • Along with a competitive salary and incentive opportunities, Acclaim provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
    • Generous Allowable Time Off
    • Malpractice Coverage
    • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Options
    • Professional Expense Allowance
    • Relocation Allowance for moves of greater than 50 miles
    • Generous Retirement, Opportunities to Access Three Tax Deferred AccountsLocation Address: 100 N. Lamar StreetFort Worth, Texas, 76102United States

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