About Jackson County

Here at Jackson County Hospital District, we understand that healthcare is evolving. The advance in medicine and strides in technology are providing local communities access to better healthcare. It is our desire to provide the best care in our region. 

Our associated staff will be here to help you and your loved ones when the need arises. The comfort and care of our patients is our major goal.

About Southwest Medical

Founded in 1980, Southwest Medical Associates is an established emergency department management group providing services to healthcare facilities throughout Texas. We are known in the industry for specializing in physician staffing for rural hospitals from low to high patient volume.

At Southwest Medical, no emergency department task is too large or too small. We customize the coverage of our clients based on their individual needs. This ranges from part-time “as needed” coverage to last-minute emergencies, flexible coverage supplementing staff physician schedules to full-time staffing.

The needs of rural hospitals and healthcare facilities are unique, and Southwest Medicalunderstands this. That is why we have been a resource for rural healthcare for more than 30 years.

Why Southwest Medical?

• Quality ED staffing since 1980
• Custom need-based coverage
• Specialty-based physician recruitment
• 24-hour regional schedulers
• JCAHO-level credentialing
• TORCH corporate member

Our Mission: To be the best resource available for quality emergency department and clinic physician staffing at competitive rates; to promote customer service ensuring long term client retention; and creating jobs for dedicated and talented physicians.

About the Community

Situated at the intersection of U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 111, 25 minutes away from the Victoria Metropolitan Area and two hours from Houston, Edna is steeped in history and offers an appealing small-town lifestyle with good schools, sound business opportunities, and an array of local and regional events, recreation activities, and historical sites.