Job Description

Job Quick Facts:
• Reference #: BD-673-33
• Job Title: Family Medicine Physician
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Family Medicine
• Location: Denton County, Texas
• Facility Type: State-operated residential facility
• Job Type: Contract (6-month assignment)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Full-Time, On-Site)
• Start Date: Tentative – September 1, 2025 (pending completion of onboarding and compliance)

Requirements:
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school
• Active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas (no sanctions)
• Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (preferred)
• Valid and current DEA and Texas DPS Controlled Substance registration
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Enrolled and eligible to bill under Medicare Part B and Texas Medicaid
• Current CPR certification (must remain valid throughout the assignment)
• Must complete all required onboarding, background checks, and training mandated by the agency and facility
• Must be capable of independent clinical decision-making and judgment

Responsibilities:
• Provide primary and specialized care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team planning and advocate for patient medical needs
• Order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic tests and clinical evaluations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, asthma, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis)
• Prescribe medications, therapies, immunizations, and other treatments
• Educate patients and caregivers on health maintenance, hygiene, and disease prevention
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with HHSC and facility standards
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid, Medicare, CMS guidelines, and internal directives

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time, Monday to Friday,

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