Director of Medical Services

Overview

Date:
Jan 26, 2026

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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.

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

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  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
• Telework:
• Additional Shift:
• Travel: Up to 20%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
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• Job Location City: AUSTIN
• Job Location Address: 909 W 45TH ST BLDG 552
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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?

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.

• Directs strategic operations and planning to ensure the delivery of high-quality medical services to individuals served by SHs; coordinates care with other hospital programs and develops statewide clinical policies and procedures.
• Establishes proactive guidance for preventive and acute care for individuals with serious mental illness and trains staff on policies and related forms; monitors policy effectiveness.
• Trains on medical policies and procedures; reviews and monitors quality improvement plans; analyzes data for trends and implements solutions to improve medical department performance.
• Advises the Chief Medical Officer, Director of Operations, and Associate Commissioner on emerging infectious disease and other medical issues; disseminates treatment trend information and develops staff training.
• Provides technical assistance to state hospitals and HSCS contracted facilities.
• Reviews admission decisions regarding medical needs and hospital capacity to meet those needs.
• Leads quality assurance activities and coordinates internal and external review processes; conducts onsite visits to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develops and coordinates quality improvement plans to strengthen medical department performance and outcomes.
• Reviews guidance and best practices (e.g., CDC) and issues medical opinions to improve operations and resource allocation; participates in interagency committees.
• Consults on unusual or difficult medical cases; assists with Clinical Death Reviews and Ethics Committee meetings; reviews patient records to assess treatment progress and appropriateness.
• Provides leadership to promote collaboration across medical and clinical areas; chairs or contributes to interdisciplinary committees and analyzes data to identify trends and issues.
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