Staff Physician

Naphcare, Inc. • Goodyear, AZ

5d • $120 - $137 • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Staff Physician to provide medical care at the Perryville Arizona Department of Corrections in Goodyear, Arizona. The physician will meet patients’ healthcare needs while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. Pay ranges from $120.00 to $137.00 per hour, based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. Full-time and part-time positions may be available.

The Staff Physician performs physical examinations, diagnoses and treats illnesses, and manages chronic conditions. Care must protect the rights, dignity, and health of the patient population and comply with applicable regulations and facility requirements.

NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States and notes that it supports career advancement. Full-time employees are offered a range of benefits, including health coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid holidays, and continuing education.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO).
• Current unrestricted physician license in the state.
• Current DEA registration in the state.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR Certification; AHA certification is required.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong computer skills.
• Experience in general medicine, strong knowledge of current medical principles and practices, and ability to collaborate with a medical team.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Integrity and professionalism, and ability to follow a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Formulate working diagnoses, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate or modify therapeutic regimens.
• Evaluate patients returning from off-site treatment.
• Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational and training activities related to patient medical care.
• Conduct rounds in the medical and infirmary units.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure staff respond to patients’ needs.
• Perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat illnesses, and manage chronic conditions while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one for full-time employees.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company contribution beginning on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs, including access to CEU/CME activities through NetCE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree