Neurologist - Telehealth Correctional Health

Location: Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002, United States

Job ID: 176841

Pay: $0.00 – $0.00 (Not Listed)

Position Type: Part Time Career Area: Correctional Health About Harris Health System Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve residents of Harris County, Texas. The system promotes better health for the community, focusing 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 network of clinics, health centers, specialty locations, and virtual (telemedicine) services. Harris Health is nationally recognized with Magnet nursing designation, NCQA patient-centered clinic recognition, and strong academic partnerships with leading medical institutions.

Job Summary: Correctional Health The Telehealth Neurologist provides specialized neurological care through remote consultation services for incarcerated adult patients within the Harris County Jail. This part-time role includes conducting virtual evaluations and managing neurological conditions such as seizures, headaches, neuropathies, and movement disorders using secure telehealth platforms. The Neurologist collaborates closely with on-site nursing staff and primary care providers to deliver timely, evidence-based recommendations that support continuity of care in a correctional setting.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)Licensure & Certification: Valid Texas Medical License Board-Certified Adult Neurologist (completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Fellowship)Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) License

Work Experience: No prior experience required

Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)Writing / Correspondence Writing / Reports Proficiencies: Personal Computer Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Analytical abilities Medical terminology Mathematics Research knowledge

Work Schedule: Flexible

Additional Information: Equipment Operated: Computer Leave requests require 60 days' noticeCME: 5 business days per year (advance notice required for coverage arrangements)Powered by JazzHR