Job Summary
Job Description
Our client, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing high-quality healthcare to all patients, is hiring a Physician Assistant to deliver primary care services to adolescents in a secure detention facility. This role is ideal for a provider who thrives in a challenging yet meaningful healthcare environment. The provider must be comfortable working under strict security measures, including no cell phone access. Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts (Wed, Sat, Sun | 7 AM – 7 PM)
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Provide comprehensive primary care to adolescent patients, ensuring their safety and well-being in a secure setting.
- Conduct medical history evaluations, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments.
- Develop and implement treatment plans using diagnostic data.
- Perform routine well-care exams and gynecological evaluations, as indicated.
- Prescribe medications and educate patients on proper usage and side effects (parent/guardian consent required when applicable).
- Administer immunizations and assist with phlebotomy as needed.
- Order and review lab results, adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and track follow-up care.
- Complete all required documentation (medical forms, court orders, ACS-mandated paperwork).
- Collaborate with physicians and specialists for consultation and referrals.
- Provide emergency care to facility employees when necessary.
Administrative & Compliance
- Supervise medical assistants on-site, ensuring efficiency and patient flow.
- Participate in case conferences and peer reviews to discuss patient care and treatment strategies.
- Assist the Medical Director in developing medical protocols and forms.
- Adhere to clinical guidelines and facility policies.
- Engage in patient advocacy and outreach to support overall health initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Licensed and registered as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) in New York State.
- 1+ years of experience as a PA or NP (detention center experience not required).
- Background in Acute Care, Family Health, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Community Health, or related fields preferred.
- Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is preferred.
- Ability to work in a high-security environment with strict regulations.
Why Join Us?
- Mission-driven organization dedicated to providing healthcare to underserved populations.
- Work in a unique setting that offers professional growth and meaningful impact.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.
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