Corrections Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician Assistant Corrections The Physician Assistant Corrections provides medical services to incarcerated individuals under the direction of a physician; collects and documents inmate patient data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and provides professional consultations/referrals. In the correctional setting, the Physician Assistant provides direct inmate patient care services in a variety of specialties including primary care, diagnosing, treating common illnesses and performing minor procedures.

One (1) year of experience as a Physician's Assistant strongly preferred 1 year of correctional experience preferred. BCLS certified requiredACLS/PALS per state or contract requirements Complies with all relevant professional standards of practiceTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of age