Jackson County Hospital District: Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Jackson County Hospital District (JCHD)

• Mission: "To be the preferred provider of quality healthcare for the residents of Jackson County."

• Founded: No information is available

• Founders: No information is available

• Key People:

• Lance Smiga, CEO/Administrator

• David Darilek, President, Board of Directors

• Jimmy Lopez, Vice President, Board of Directors

• Janet Chanek, Secretary, Board of Directors

• Other Board Directors include Jamie Stuhrenberg, Tammy Gendke, Jim Kaelin, Chris Lundstrom, Rodney Roberson, and Debbie Schneider.

• Headquarters: 1013 South Wells Street, Edna, Texas 77957

• Number of Employees: No information is available for the overall number; however, the EMS department employs 23 full-time and 10 part-time staff.

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Providing medical and surgical care for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services in Jackson County, Texas.

Products and Services

Healthcare Services

• Emergency Services: 24/7 availability.

• Specialty Clinic: Hosts various medical specialists.

• Medical Clinic: Offers same-day care for families and walk-ins.

• Home Health: Provides medical assistance to facilitate patient independence in their homes.

• Wellness Center: Offers personal trainers, exercise equipment, and classes.

• Swing Bed Services: Skilled nursing in a hospital setting for rehabilitation.

Products

• Emergency Medical Service (EMS): Established in 2011 with 7 MICU ambulances, providing 911 response and transfer services.

• Key Features: 24/7 operation, multiple EMS stations, specialized vehicles, and certification by the Texas Department of State and Health Services.

• Radiology Services:

• 3D Mammography: Offers state-of-the-art breast cancer detection with GE Senographe Pristina equipment.

• Other Diagnostic Services: Includes CT scans, ultrasound, vascular studies, and MRI exams.

• Laboratory Services: Under the direction of a board-certified pathologist, offering extensive testing capabilities such as blood bank, hematology, and microbiology.

• Therapy Services:

• Physical Therapy: Includes post-surgical rehab, sports therapy, and manual therapy.

• Cardio-Pulmonary Rehab Program: Provides personalized treatment plans for cardiac and pulmonary conditions.

• Swing Bed Program: Offers care for extended hospital stays with a focus on regaining independence.

Recent Developments

• New Partnerships:

• PHI Cares Emergency Air Medical Membership Agreement: Approved on April 12, 2024.

• Clinic Accreditations:

• Jackson County Medical Clinic of Edna: Achieved Rural Health Clinic Accreditation on August 7, 2024.

• Events and Community Engagement:

• 2024 Jackson County Health and Safety Expo: Noted as a key upcoming event.

• Personnel Additions:

• Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Eberhard: New doctors welcomed to the medical team in 2022.

• COVID-19 Response:

• Provided community updates and implemented health measures throughout 2020 to combat the pandemic.

No new products or features added recently apart from the details mentioned above.

The report captures the current landscape of the Jackson County Hospital District, detailing core services, leadership, and recent strategic actions.