GENERAL PHYSICIAN (MD)

The GEO Group•Adelanto, CA

About The Position

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Requirements

Medical degree in medicine from an accredited school and licensed to practice as a medical or osteopathic physician in the state in which the facility is located required.
Completion of a U.S.-based residency program required.
Current DEA and D.P.S. Certificate of Registration required.
Professional license must remain on file at all times at the facility where services are rendered.
Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command and confidence of inmates and staff.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Must be a United States Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in primary care or related field preferred.
Two (2) years of direct work experience as a Licensed Physician preferred.

Responsibilities

Examine and treat detainees/inmates referred by the nursing/professional staff to ensure proper injury care, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Manage and evaluate medical program activities based on industry standards and contractual obligations.
Prescribe medications and regularly review cases requiring ongoing medical attention.
Initiate dental and psychiatric referrals.
Provide patients with information to promote good health and prevent disease or disability.
Document services provided and comprehensive notes in the patient medical records.
Communicate effectively with the Hospital medical team, Psychiatric, Mental Health Professionals, Nurses, Health Technicians and Administrative Assistants.
Available 24-hours where needed, to advise nursing staff in the care of detainees/inmates/residents after hours.
Maintain professional knowledge and education by attending educational workshops/conferences, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
Act as liaison between correctional officials, public agencies, and the facility.