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Physician Assistant
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Florida, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/25/18
Wexford Health Sources, the nation's leading innovative correctional health care company, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services.
At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.
Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a full time Physician Assistant or Physician Assistantto join our team of healthcare professionals at South Florida Reception Center in Doral, FL.
We’re proud to offer our providers an extremely competitive benefits package including:
Company-paid medical malpractice insurance
Generous company-paid CME allowance with paid time off to attend
No completing insurance forms and waiting for reimbursement
No hassles or overhead costs associated with private practice
Steady income with no need to look for new patients
Annual review with performance increase
Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement saving plans
Company-paid short-term disability
Healthcare and dependent care spending account
The Physician Assistant or Physician Assistant will work under the direction of the Medical Director. They are responsible and accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and acting as a consultant to the nursing staff. The proper candidate will work effectively with physicians, patients, medical and nursing staff, security staff at all levels, administrative and support staff, and consulting physicians.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform paraprofessional medical services to the inmate population and employees as appropriate.
Direct other less qualified health care employees in the delivery of care.
Perform duties of an advanced technical nature.
Assign, supervise, direct and train other health care personnel in their duties concerning patient care, personal hygiene, sanitation, etc.
Assist in supervising the serving and proportions of special diets.
Other duties as required and/or assigned.
Work Environment: Health Care Unit in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel
Licensing: Current FL state licensure
Certification: Current CPR
Experience: Two (2) years experience as a PA preferred
Education: Certification from an accredited college/university as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant
At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.
Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a full time Physician Assistant or Physician Assistantto join our team of healthcare professionals at South Florida Reception Center in Doral, FL.
We’re proud to offer our providers an extremely competitive benefits package including:
Company-paid medical malpractice insurance
Generous company-paid CME allowance with paid time off to attend
No completing insurance forms and waiting for reimbursement
No hassles or overhead costs associated with private practice
Steady income with no need to look for new patients
Annual review with performance increase
Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement saving plans
Company-paid short-term disability
Healthcare and dependent care spending account
The Physician Assistant or Physician Assistant will work under the direction of the Medical Director. They are responsible and accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and acting as a consultant to the nursing staff. The proper candidate will work effectively with physicians, patients, medical and nursing staff, security staff at all levels, administrative and support staff, and consulting physicians.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform paraprofessional medical services to the inmate population and employees as appropriate.
Direct other less qualified health care employees in the delivery of care.
Perform duties of an advanced technical nature.
Assign, supervise, direct and train other health care personnel in their duties concerning patient care, personal hygiene, sanitation, etc.
Assist in supervising the serving and proportions of special diets.
Other duties as required and/or assigned.
Work Environment: Health Care Unit in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel
Licensing: Current FL state licensure
Certification: Current CPR
Experience: Two (2) years experience as a PA preferred
Education: Certification from an accredited college/university as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant