Medical Doctor PRN - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

NaphCare • Loxley, AL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Medical Doctor PRN to join their team of medical professionals in Loxley, Alabama. This role involves managing all aspects of healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Loxley Community Work Center. The Medical Doctor will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care in a controlled environment where security is a top priority. Duties include assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with various medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, and responding to emergencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of a diverse patient population with complex medical needs.

Requirements

• Advanced nursing education (Doctorate)
• Current licensure as a Medical Doctor
• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Medical Doctor in Alabama
• Current DEA registration
• An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on-site Physician
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
• Strong organizational skills are needed to keep track of patient treatment plans and progress notes
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues

Responsibilities

• Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes
• Administering medications and providing instructions to patients
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information
• Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off-site treatment
• Admitting and discharging patients from the facility

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees