Job Description & Requirements
Internal Medicine Physician
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $
- $
Make a meaningful impact while enjoying a predictable schedule, strong compensation, and true work-life balance.
We are seeking a dedicated
Physician
to join a well-supported
correctional health team
in the Houston area. This is an opportunity to practice
hands-on, mission-driven medicine
with a diverse patient population-without the administrative burden and unpredictability of traditional hospital settings.
Position Highlights
Practice Setting
Correctional health environment with a strong focus on
continuity of care and population health
Work with an underserved population where you can make a
genuine, lasting impact
Schedule
Night Shift Only:
6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Full-time employed position ( no locums/1099
)
7 shifts per pay period
Week 1: 3 shifts
Week 2: 4 shifts
Structured schedule allows for
consistent time off and recovery
Clinical Scope
This role offers a broad, engaging scope of practice with a balance of autonomy and support:
Intake assessments and urgent care
Chronic disease management
Emergency stabilization (BLS level)
Coordination of specialty referrals
Collaborative, team-based care model
Patient Volume:
Approximately
2-3 patients per hour
Higher-acuity cases are safely transferred to
Ben Taub Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
nearby-ensuring you can focus on appropriate, manageable care within your setting.
Team & Support
You'll be practicing in a
highly supported environment
, including:
RNs, LVNs, and Psych Techs
Dedicated
Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants
Full ancillary services:
On-site
radiology, lab, dental, pharmacy, and nutrition
This structure allows you to focus on patient care-not logistics.
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Rate:
~$187.45/hour
Annual Earnings:
~$362,153
Per Pay Period (84 hrs):
~$15,745
Retention Bonus:
$25,000
Relocation Assistance:
$8,000
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
-
240 hours of PTO annually
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
-401(k) with
5% employer match
-Full
medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
Why Consider Correctional Medicine?
Predictable schedule
with no call or rounding
Meaningful patient relationships
and continuity of care
Practice
diverse medicine
-from acute care to chronic disease management
Reduced administrative burden compared to traditional hospital or clinic roles
Stable, team-oriented environment with
strong clinical support
Facility Location
From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city's cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.
Job Benefits
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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AMN Healthcare
is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.
