Director of Medical Services

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Title:

Director of Medical Services

Job Title: Physician IV

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Hospitals Section

Posting Number: 13180

Closing Date: 03/27/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-36

Salary Range: $16,541.58 - $27,975.83

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework:

Travel: Up to 20%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

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Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 909 W 45TH ST BLDG 552

Other Locations:

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Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Texas State Hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state‑of‑the‑art treatment that is recovery‑oriented and science‑based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Director of Medical Services serves as a statewide clinical leader responsible for strengthening the delivery of primary and specialized medical care across the State Hospitals (SHs) in alignment with accepted medical practices. The position establishes preventative and acute care policies and procedures, provides consultation and guidance to SH medical staff, and ensures integration of medical treatment with other hospital programs and services.

Working closely with quality assurance activities, the Director of Medical Services reviews and monitors quality improvement plans, analyzes data for trends and systemic issues, and implements solutions that enhance medical department performance. This role also advises the Chief Medical Officer, Director of Operations, and Associate Commissioner on emerging infectious disease and other medical issues, disseminates information on treatment trends, utilizes evidence‑based research and practices to make informed decisions, and develops training to expand staff knowledge.

Works under the minimal supervision of the SH Chief Medical Officer with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime…