Posting number: 26-086
Department: Public Health - PR_6015 - Jail Health
Job classification: Health Services Specialist I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Corrections, Health Services, Nursing, Medical
THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
The Health Services Specialist I performs basic health care tasks and specialized detention work in the care and security of inmates and detainees in the county jail or juvenile detention center. Work involves responding to emergency and non-emergency requests, performing medical screenings, patient chart documentation, and distributing medications as prescribed.
Handles and manages routine and sensitive correspondence, medical records, reports, billing statements, memorandums, and other documents.
Provides inmates and detainees with baseline medical assessments; provides basic health care to inmates and detainees, including both emergent and non-emergent care.
Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection for both pathology and forensic processing, assists physicians and allied care providers during patient evaluation and examination clinics.
Provides immunizations.
Distributes medications and updates related files to ensure proper documentation of administered medications.
Receives, distributes, and maintains office supply and medical supply inventories.
Arranges and coordinates inmate patient appointments with community providers; helps to ensure transportation and security procedures are followed.
Manages phone calls and inquiries from citizens or the general community, providing information as necessary or referring callers to appropriate personnel, and routing messages.
Maintains follow up care schedules and routes patient information as necessary; files related medical information as needed.
Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Assists with recording, entering, and posting inmate co-pay statements for collection.
Performs other related duties as required.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must be a United States citizen.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
High school diploma or GED and a certification as an EMT or Medical Assistant is required. A minimum one year of experience in a related field is preferred.
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Denton County is located on the north side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Denton County was established by the Texas legislature on April 11, 1846. In 2024, Denton County's population was over 1 million residents, and it is one of the fastest growing counties in the United States. Denton County has a total area of 951 square miles. As of 2025, Denton County has 1,987 employees and 43 elected officials. Denton County has one of the lowest county-wide tax rates of the top 15 counties by population in the State of Texas.
Denton County residents enjoy three lakes, beautiful city parks and trails, museums, and other attractions. The county’s proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex offers residents access to several nationally recognized entertainment attractions, including nine other North Texas water bodies, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Cowboys, the Dallas Mavericks, the Dallas Stars, the Fort Worth Zoo and the Fort Worth Stockyards.
MISSION: Denton County will be recognized as the leader in local government through its excellent service to citizens and quality workforce. We will carry out our duties by respecting citizens, maintaining fiscal responsibility, demonstrating accountability, and fairly and equitably allocating resources.
For employment opportunities, please visit: https://dentoncounty.gov/jobs.
