Family Medicine Opportunity – Correctional Health

University Health is a nationally recognized teaching hospital and network of outpatient healthcare centers, owned by the people of Bexar County. In partnership with UT Health San Antonio, it is consistently recognized as a leader in advanced treatment options, new technologies and clinical research.

University Health provides the medical services for Bexar County Jail inmates in San Antonio, Texas.  We are presently seeking board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician to provide care to the male and female population within the Adult Detention Center.  This is a rewarding opportunity to provide a wide range of care to a very vulnerable population.

Benefits/Rewards to working at the Adult Detention Center:

• Scheduling/Practice environment that fosters a great work life balance
  • Monday through Friday schedule with flexible hours
  • No billing requirement
  • No secure health messaging requirement
  • No paperwork (FMLA, DME, etc.)
• Medical coverage on sight 24/7
• Safer environment in comparison to walk in clinics/ER due to rules and regulations.
• Opportunity to perform low-risk prenatal/gyn care (no deliveries)
• Ancillary services on site to include imaging, dental care, dialysis, lab, infirmary and mental health
• Collaborative disciplinary team
• Opportunity to treat a wide variety of conditions and diagnoses; providing services to a diverse and vulnerable population
• High employment longevity/low turnover among providers
• Ability to practice autonomously
• Shared supervisory responsibilities over FNPs and PAs
• Research opportunities available
• Opportunities to clinically teach medical students and residents

University Health is proud to offer the following:

• Generous guaranteed salary plus $10K annual differential
• Affordable Medical Insurance/Benefits
• Employer-paid Occurrence Malpractice Insurance
• Loan Repayment Program
• Annual Professional Business Expense Allowance
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
• Generous Paid-Time-Off benefit
• Resident/Fellow Stipend Program
• Very light call; by phone only (3 days per month)

Highly qualified and committed physicians are encouraged to send their CV to Amy Hensz at amy.hensz@uhs-sa.com. We provide sponsorship for J1 Waivers and H1B Visas.  University Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

About University Health

University Health is a nationally recognized teaching hospital and network of outpatient healthcare centers, owned by the people of Bexar County in San Antonio, Texas. In partnership with UT Health San Antonio, it is consistently recognized as a leader in advanced treatment options, new technologies and clinical research. University Medicine Associates (UMA) is the multi-specialty group of University Health. We provide a full scope of comprehensive patient-centered care from the outpatient to inpatient settings. With more than 30 locations in the San Antonio area (and growing!), our team of clinicians is always close by to help patients manage common and complex medical issues. Moreover, when you or your loved ones need hospital-level care, our team at University Hospital and the Women’s & Children’s Hospital is available to care of you. Our focus is the well-being of the patient, as well as the provider. Without our providers, we would not be able to deliver high-quality care to the community.

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