Cardiologist - TeleHlth Correctional Health
Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health’s robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.
Job Summary
Work in a challenging but rewarding environment with like-minded, mission-oriented team members. The Telehealth Cardiologist provides specialized cardiovascular care through remote consultation for incarcerated individuals within the Harris County Jail. This board-certified physician collaborates with on-site primary care teams to evaluate, diagnose, and manage cardiovascular conditions via secure telemedicine platforms. The Cardiologist ensures clinical excellence, continuity of care, and adherence to evidence-based practices while navigating the unique challenges of a correctional setting. This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling options.
Minimum Qualifications
Degrees/School Education:
- Doctor of Medicine: M.D. or D.O.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Texas Medical Board: Must hold a valid Texas license to practice medicine and be registered as a physician in the State of Texas. Must meet all credential criteria.
- Board-certified Cardiologist: Completion of an ACGME-accredited Cardiology Fellowship
- Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA): Must remain active throughout your employment.
Work Experience:
- No Experience Required
Communication Skills:
- Writing/ Correspondence
- Writing/ Reports
- Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
- Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
Proficiencies:
- Personal Computer
Job Attributes
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Analytical Abilities
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Mathematics
- Research Knowledge and Abilities
- Other Knowledge Skills or Abilities
Work Schedule:
- Flexible
Other Special Requirements:
- Equipment Operated: Computer
- Other Requirements: Request for leave must be submitted sixty (60) days in advance for approval to enable arrangements of schedule. CME consists of five (5) business days per year. Notice must be given sixty (60) days in advance in order to make arrangements for coverage of services.