University of Texas System jobs in Waco, TX

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. * Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. * Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. * Using the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. * Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the3 physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes. * Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the state medical plan of care. * Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. * Follows physician's orders in the deliver of nursing care. * Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. * Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. * Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. * Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the deliver of patient care. * Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or equivalent. * Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. * No experience required. * Current BLS-HP required. Will consider recent graduates with temporary permits. Hourly rate is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. This is a non-benefit eligible position and limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

Under general supervision, responsible for providing technical support of desktop computers, applications and related technology for the institution. Support includes specification, installation, and testing of computer systems and peripherals within established standards and guidelines. Activities require interaction with application software and operating systems to diagnose and resolve unique, non-recurring problems. Ensures efficient functionality of resources by working closely with Information Management Services (IMS) and appropriate vendors. Candidates must have a clean background check and able to gain clearance to work on a military base.

Under general supervision, responsible for the operation of a specialized educational/social science research area within a recognized unit. Assists with research project tasks to include recruitment, data collection, and the day to day operations of research projects.

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Assigns staff and workload requirements regarding changing priorities in daily operations. * Interacts and communicates with physicians, support staff, and other health care professionals to facilitate departmental operations. * Monitors the status of equipment repairs and preventative maintenance, gathers data on equipment malfunction and associated down time, and documents the effects on patient care. * Disseminates and assures compliance with department and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations. * Provides practical instruction for students and other health care professionals. * Evaluates staff, provides counsel, monitors performance, directs orientation, provides guidance, and constructively influences staff morale. * Gathers data and participates in the department's quality assurance and improvement plan to achieve a defined level of quality and appropriateness of patient care services. * Controls inventory, care for, and purchase of supplies respecting areas of responsibility. * Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice. * Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care. * Maintains the ability to perform procedures in the discipline for which they supervise to include assessment of patient needs (see attached age-specific addendum). * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. * Performs other related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: * Standard radiology and office equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Standard hospital environment. Some lifting, moving, and positioning of patients and equipment. May be required to work extended shifts, evenings, and weekends. * May be required to work within the confines of a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Associate degree in respective radiologic technology specialty or graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program. * ARRTR registered and Certified as a Medical Radiologic Technologist by the Texas Department of Health TDH certified when applicable. * Five years of related experience Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

Under a board-approved supervisor, provides clinical and consultative services to prevent, assess, evaluate, and treat mental emotional or behavioral disorders.

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Performs direct and indirect patient care procedures as well as general clinical and support asks, as specifically delegated or directed by the supervising dentist. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Takes and records patient health history and vital signs; performs radiography, dental laboratory procedures, inmate dental health orientation, and education. * Provides assistance in preventive, periodontic, restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures; records clinical observations, treatment information, and data. * Maintains general clinic orderliness and cleanliness; performs sterilization and disinfection of instruments and equipment. Maintains inventory of instruments, needles and all hazardous materials stored and used in the dental clinic, to include logs for tracking and control purposes. * Operates personal computers to enter and assimilate data, generate reports, draft routine correspondence, and develop special administrative analyses upon request. * Executes some degree of complex administrative support duties involving the exercise of independent judgment under general supervision. Performs administrative support tasks including but not limited to filing, routing phone calls/correspondence/mail, scanning, emailing, and faxing information. * Operates data entry system for entry and receipt of daily sick call requests and schedules routine and sick call appointments for the dental clinic using the appropriate scheduling program. Prepares impressions and packages for delivery to the Dental Laboratory. Maintains a tracking log for all prosthetic cases. * Receives, stores, distributes, and maintains proper inventory levels and stock for the dental department. Fills requisitions, work orders, supply requests, and returns expired/unused inventory to the warehouse. Checks contents received against invoices and purchase orders and reports discrepancies. * Maintains and keeps an inventory of all dental equipment. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department. * Performs related duties as required. MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS: * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. * Provides coverage to units outside of their normal assignment on an as needed basis. EQUIPMENT: Standard office equipment and standard dental clinic equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. May be required to provide dental assistance at multiple facilities. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Dental assistant registration must be current and continuously maintained with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. * Must maintain a current CPR. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Provides professional services related to diagnosis and treatment of inmate patients and of employees injured as a result of TDCJ-ID work related activities. Ensures that appropriate health care in accessible and provided to the inmate population in a timely fashion. Renders final medical judgement regarding care provided to inmates assigned to the unit according to Health Services Policies and Procedures. Directs all Health Services activities on the unit and assumes ultimate responsibility for all Health Services employees assigned to the unit. Works under the general direction of the Regional Physician with extensive latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Performs complete medical histories and physician examinations; forms clinical impressions based upon findings; orders diagnostic tests, interprets results of laboratory tests and radiological examinations, prescribes medications, and renders treatments appropriate to clinical impressions. * Inspects, completes, and analyzes medical records; assigns, reviews, and updates medical classifications; completes admission notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries and makes rounds on patients admitted to infirmaries or regional medical facilities. * Refers patients to specialists for consultations, evaluations, and treatments. * Serves in rotation with other physicians to provide after-hours and weekend patient care. * Directly supervises all physicians and mid level practitioners. * Oversees and manages all operations of the unit's medical department, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and court orders. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard clinical environment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Must hold a current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. * Must hold current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) controlled substances registration. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Responsible for providing mental health evaluation and therapeutic intervention to patients. Works under the supervision of a Psychologist, Mental Health Manager and/or Program Director. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation. * Interviews, evaluates and diagnoses patients identified as having mental health needs. * Provides individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention. * Develops, implements and reviews Individual Treatment Plans. * Assists with training and education of mental health, medical and other staff. * Assists in the implementation of Quality Improvement/Quality Management (QI/QM) programs and the monitoring of compliance with required policies, procedures and standards. * Provides routine consultation and communication with supervisor and/or attending psychiatric provider regarding the status of assigned patients. * Completes clinically appropriate and timely documentation. * Liaises with patient, patient families, on-site departments and community agencies to coordinate current treatment and/or facilitate aftercare services. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard office equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. * Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. Performs technical duties in the field of patient care and participates in the general health care of patients by providing assistance with cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity, nourishment, and distribution of medications. Assists the professional staff in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Collects, reports and documents data: vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collect specimens. * Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care. * Provides for patient's personal hygiene; assists with chronic wound care; assists with feeding; and ambulates, positions, and turns patients with altered mobility. * Assists in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable environment; obtains, stores and maintains pharmacy and nursing medications and supplies. * Distributes and documents patient's medications, both in general population and administrative segregation, from filled prescriptions, abiding by Title 40, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 95, "Licensing Standards for Medical Aides Handbook". * Ensures drug room security, replaced facility working drug stocks, and maintains the upkeep of facility drug room and pharmaceutical equipment. * Enters medication compliance into the pharmacy computer system. * Participates in in-service orientation and continuing education classes. Obtains 40 hours of continuing education/in-service hours on an annual basis to meet ACA standards. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment is located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or GED equivalent. * Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit. The is a non-benefit eligible, hourly paid position limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: RN with two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: * RN * BLS Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused and patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on the clinical unit. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Professional Practice: Nursing Process * Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. * Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. * Executes physician's orders for all assigned patients. Administers medications and treatments and delivers culturally congruent and specialty appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. * Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion * Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). * Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. * Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. * Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. Care Coordination & Delegation * Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. * Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. * Demonstrates effective time management skills. * Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. * Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. Professional Performance: Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares * Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. * Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. * Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. * Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. Communication & Collaboration * Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. * Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. * Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. Leadership * Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. * Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. * Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research * Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. * Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. * Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. * Attends in-services and continuing education activities. * Participates in one journal club annually*. * Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. * Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). * Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. * Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. Quality, Resources & Safety * Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. * Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. * Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. General Requirements: * Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. * Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. * Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. * Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). * Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. * Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. * Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. * Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). * Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. * Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. SALARY RANGE: Salary commensurate with experience. WORK SCHEDULE: Night Shift / Day Shift / Casual appointment (Up to 19.99 hours/week). Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. * Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. * Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. * Using the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. * Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the3 physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes. * Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the state medical plan of care. * Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. * Follows physician's orders in the deliver of nursing care. * Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. * Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. * Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. * Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the deliver of patient care. * Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or equivalent. * Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. * No experience required. * Current BLS-HP required. Will consider recent graduates with temporary permits. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. * Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. * Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. * Using the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. * Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the3 physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes. * Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the state medical plan of care. * Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. * Follows physician's orders in the deliver of nursing care. * Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. * Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. * Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. * Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the deliver of patient care. * Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or equivalent. * Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. * No experience required. * Current BLS-HP required. Will consider recent graduates with temporary permits. Hourly rate is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. This is a non-benefit eligible position and limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Performs direct and indirect patient care procedures as well as general clinical and support asks, as specifically delegated or directed by the supervising dentist. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Takes and records patient health history and vital signs; performs radiography, dental laboratory procedures, inmate dental health orientation, and education. * Provides assistance in preventive, periodontic, restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures; records clinical observations, treatment information, and data. * Maintains general clinic orderliness and cleanliness; performs sterilization and disinfection of instruments and equipment. Maintains inventory of instruments, needles and all hazardous materials stored and used in the dental clinic, to include logs for tracking and control purposes. * Operates personal computers to enter and assimilate data, generate reports, draft routine correspondence, and develop special administrative analyses upon request. * Executes some degree of complex administrative support duties involving the exercise of independent judgment under general supervision. Performs administrative support tasks including but not limited to filing, routing phone calls/correspondence/mail, scanning, emailing, and faxing information. * Operates data entry system for entry and receipt of daily sick call requests and schedules routine and sick call appointments for the dental clinic using the appropriate scheduling program. Prepares impressions and packages for delivery to the Dental Laboratory. Maintains a tracking log for all prosthetic cases. * Receives, stores, distributes, and maintains proper inventory levels and stock for the dental department. Fills requisitions, work orders, supply requests, and returns expired/unused inventory to the warehouse. Checks contents received against invoices and purchase orders and reports discrepancies. * Maintains and keeps an inventory of all dental equipment. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department. * Performs related duties as required. MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS: * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. * Provides coverage to units outside of their normal assignment on an as needed basis. EQUIPMENT: Standard office equipment and standard dental clinic equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. May be required to provide dental assistance at multiple facilities. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Dental assistant registration must be current and continuously maintained with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. * Must maintain a current CPR. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Responsible for providing mental health evaluation and therapeutic intervention to patients. Works under the supervision of a Psychologist, Mental Health Manager and/or Program Director. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation. * Interviews, evaluates and diagnoses patients identified as having mental health needs. * Provides individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention. * Develops, implements and reviews Individual Treatment Plans. * Assists with training and education of mental health, medical and other staff. * Assists in the implementation of Quality Improvement/Quality Management (QI/QM) programs and the monitoring of compliance with required policies, procedures and standards. * Provides routine consultation and communication with supervisor and/or attending psychiatric provider regarding the status of assigned patients. * Completes clinically appropriate and timely documentation. * Liaises with patient, patient families, on-site departments and community agencies to coordinate current treatment and/or facilitate aftercare services. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard office equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. * Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. Performs technical duties in the field of patient care and participates in the general health care of patients by providing assistance with cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity, nourishment, and distribution of medications. Assists the professional staff in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Collects, reports and documents data: vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens. * Performs and reports Point of Care Testing. * Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care. * Provides for patients' personal hygiene: bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skin care for patient with TED hose, SCD, casts, skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care. * Assists with feeding. * Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility. * Assists with patient safety related to age and condition: assists with patient restraints, assists with patient specific safety precautions, collects, reports and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and usual patient behavior, and cares for the patient in a correctional environment. * On incoming facilities, interviews incoming patients and completes receiving/screening form; informs nurses and/or physicians/advanced practice providers/mid level practitioners of patients with health problems who need immediate attention; records on newly received patients; maintains statistical logs required for periodic reports; performs all duties necessary for psychiatric referrals and screening. * Assists in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable facility environment; obtains, stores and maintains pharmacy and nursing medications/supplies. * Distributes and documents patients' medications, both in general population and administrative segregation, from filled prescriptions, abiding by Title 40, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 95, "Licensing Standards for Medication Aides Handbook". * Ensures drug room security, replaces facility working drug stocks, and maintains the upkeep of facility drug room and pharmaceutical equipment. * Enters medication compliance into the pharmacy computer system. * Maintains patients' privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Practices basic cost containment and utilization management for patient care and facility operations. * Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within specified timeframe. * Promotes positive interpersonal relationships among co-workers and Security. * Participates in in-service orientation and continuing education classes. Obtains 40 hours of continuing education/in-service hours on an annual basis to meet ACA standards. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Work environment is located in a clean and safe medical facility within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. * Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped work space and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort. * Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required such as walking, standing, and lifting materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients. * Lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. * Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate enough to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as: reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate verbal communication. * Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs. * Shift work is required. * Alertness and careful attention to detail will bel required to avoid injury. * May be assigned to more than one facility. * May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents, and disoriented or combative patients. * May be required to be on standby and work extended or alternate shifts in situations deemed necessary by nurse manager. * Able to work under stress and be emotionally capable of coping with complex and/or changing activities. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or GED equivalent. * Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: RN with two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: * RN * BLS Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused and patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on the clinical unit. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Professional Practice: Nursing Process * Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. * Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed. * Executes physician's orders for all assigned patients. Administers medications and treatments and delivers culturally congruent and specialty appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner. * Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned. Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion * Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn). * Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*. * Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education. * Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed. Care Coordination & Delegation * Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. * Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc. * Demonstrates effective time management skills. * Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. * Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care. Professional Performance: Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares * Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. * Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. * Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. * Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary. Communication & Collaboration * Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication. * Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values. * Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team. Leadership * Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership. * Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals. * Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization. Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research * Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization. * Participates in shared leadership at the unit level*. * Participates in unit based quality improvement activities. * Attends in-services and continuing education activities. * Participates in one journal club annually*. * Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required*. * Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). * Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. * Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care. Quality, Resources & Safety * Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately. * Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals. * Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention. General Requirements: * Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file. * Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal. * Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation. * Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT). * Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame. * Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures. * Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. * Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions). * Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation. * Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. SALARY RANGE: Salary commensurate with experience. WORK SCHEDULE: Night Shift / Day Shift / Casual appointment (Up to 19.99 hours/week). Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. * Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. * Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. * Using the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. * Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the3 physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes. * Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the state medical plan of care. * Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. * Follows physician's orders in the deliver of nursing care. * Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. * Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. * Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. * Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the deliver of patient care. * Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school or equivalent. Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. No experience required. Current BLS-HP required. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients. * Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care given. * Performs admission, discharge, and transfer procedures. * Using the nursing plan of care in daily assignments, able to review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care. * Demonstrates ability to observe and record the signs, symptoms, and behaviors including the3 physiological status of patients, presents proposed revision of interventions, and desired outcomes. * Delivers the designated nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with the state medical plan of care. * Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognizes patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises. * Follows physician's orders in the deliver of nursing care. * Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. * Safely and properly administers medications and treatments. * Executes written physician's orders for assigned patients. * Assembles equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; performs or assists others with procedures or treatments. * Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the deliver of patient care. * Documents nursing care in all assigned patient records. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * High school or equivalent. * Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas. * No experience required. * Current BLS-HP required. Will consider recent graduates with temporary permits. Hourly rate is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. This is a non-benefit eligible position and limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). Responsible for providing mental health evaluation and therapeutic intervention to patients. Works under the supervision of a Psychologist, Mental Health Manager and/or Program Director. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation. * Interviews, evaluates and diagnoses patients identified as having mental health needs. * Provides individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention. * Develops, implements and reviews Individual Treatment Plans. * Assists with training and education of mental health, medical and other staff. * Assists in the implementation of Quality Improvement/Quality Management (QI/QM) programs and the monitoring of compliance with required policies, procedures and standards. * Provides routine consultation and communication with supervisor and/or attending psychiatric provider regarding the status of assigned patients. * Completes clinically appropriate and timely documentation. * Liaises with patient, patient families, on-site departments and community agencies to coordinate current treatment and/or facilitate aftercare services. * Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department. * Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard office equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: * Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. * Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation