Physician / Family Practice / Texas / Permanent / Medical Director Job
Company: Health and Human Services Commission
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description:Physician IV - HHSC is seeking a Physician to
join an interdisciplinary team of professionals to provide clinical
care and leadership to Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center
(SSLC). 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. To learn
more about the SSLCs, see The State of Texas offers many benefits
to employees, including competitive salaries, career advancement,
health and dental insurance, and paid vacation and sick leave.The
SSLC Medical Director is responsible for managing, coordinating and
directing all medical services including psychiatric, dental,
pharmaceutical and laboratory work at the SSLC. Ensures the
delivery of high quality medical services to individuals with
intellectual disabilities served by SSLCs. Oversees and directs the
diagnoses and treatment of individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities who also have complex medical,
psychiatric and/or behavioral health needs. Directs the
administration of specialized medical treatments and procedures.
Delegates to persons under his/her supervision portions of these
duties and sufficient authority for their accomplishment but
maintains overall responsibility for the medical care of the
individuals at the SSLC. Participates in and oversees medical staff
participation in treatment team process. Directly supervises staff
Physicians, Advanced Nurse Practitioners (APRN), Physician
Assistant(s), Pharmacist(s), Dentist(s), Psychiatrist(s) and
oversees contracted staff in these positions. Serves as a primary
care physician for a smaller caseload when needed. Assists other
medical staff with complex cases. Provides and coordinates
treatment to employees injured in course and scope of employment.
Ensures optimum performance of the medical services department
toward full compliance with the terms of the Department of Justice
(DOJ) Settlement Agreement. Responsible to constructing the on-call
duty schedule and shares on-call duty with other qualified medical
staff. The Medical Director works under the minimal supervision of
the SSLC Director with extensive latitude for the use of initiative
and independent judgment.
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