What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Physician III position at Texas Health and Human Services?
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.
Agency : Health & Human Services Comm
Posting Number : 1388
Closing Date : 04 / 08 / 2025
Posting Audience : Internal and External
Occupational Category : Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Group : TEXAS-B-35
Salary Range : $20,971.00-$25,432.58
Shift : Day
Telework : Not Applicable
Travel : Up to 5%
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Full Time / Part Time : Full time
FLSA Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt
Facility Location : Denton State Supported Living Center
Job Location City : DENTON
Job Location Address : 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD
Brief Job Description :
Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The Staff Physician at the State Supported Living Center (SSLC) performs highly advanced medical work, ensures and oversees the delivery of high quality, integrated medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities served by HHSC State Supported Living Centers (SSLCs). Diagnoses and treats individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who also have complex medical, psychiatric and / or behavioral health needs. Provides and monitors medical services for assigned caseload. Develops health care plans with measurable goals, objectives and interventions and oversees and monitors their implementation. Participates in treatment team process, advocates for the medical needs of individuals served, and collaborates with the individuals’ families, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Physician Assistant(s) and with consultants and community medical providers in other medical specialty areas. Provides direction and guidance to the treatment team to solve complex medical issues impacting individuals’ health and wellbeing.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs) :
- Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and / or overtime.
- May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
- Delivers, and monitors the delivery by others of, high quality medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities served by SSLCs.
- Oversees and monitors the long-term health status of individuals.
- Participates in interdisciplinary planning conferences and personal support team meetings for individuals that reside at the State Supported Living Center.
- Develops accurate and timely documentation, which includes annual summaries and pre-procedural histories and physicals.
- Works collaboratively with other members of the medical services department to obtain full compliance with the terms of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Settlement Agreement.
- Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment when needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) :
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications :
Initial Screening Criteria :
Additional Information :
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse / Neglect Reporting System (CANRS).
Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
ADA Accommodations :
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility :
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
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Salary : $20,971 - $25,433
