Staff Physician
About The Position
Overview NaphCare is hiring a Staff Physician to join our team of medical professionals in the Yuma - Arizona Department of Corrections in San Luis, Arizona. Pay rates range 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! As a Correctional Staff Physician , you will be responsible for providing quality medical care to meet the healthcare needs of the patients within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. Responsibilities The Staff Physician is responsible for performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and managing chronic conditions, ensuring care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO)
- Must hold a current unrestricted license as a physician in Arizona
- A current DEA registration in STATE
- Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine.
- Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
- Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
- Experience in general medicine, a strong knowledge of current medical principles and practices, and the ability to collaborate with medical team
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able 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
Responsibilities
- Formulating working diagnoses, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating/modifying therapeutic regimens
- Evaluating patients who have returned from off-site treatment
- Responding to and initiating care for medical emergencies throughout the facility
- Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities related to medical care for patients
- Conducting rounds in the medical and infirmary units
- Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
- Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs
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
- NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
