Job detail

Neurologist – Telehealth Correctional Health

Harris Health System

#DEA License #Part Time #Telehealth #MD #DO #Neurologist #Movement Disorders #Board-Certified #CME #Seizures

Quick overview

The Telehealth Neurologist will provide specialized neurological care via remote consultation to adult patients incarcerated within the Harris County Jail. This involves conducting virtual evaluations and managing various neurological conditions in collaboration with on-site staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, be Board-Certified in Adult Neurology, and hold a valid Texas Medical License and active DEA License. No prior specific work experience is required for this part-time role.

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Job description

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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’ notice CME: 5 business days per year (advance notice required for coverage arrangements)