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Physician
Floresville, Texas, United States
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Occupation Physician
Specialty Other
Salary $110,000 – $115,000 yearly
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Location 1000 Airbase Road, Pollock, Louisiana, 71467, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 2/03/21
Minimum Qualifications: Physicians must possess: • License: Current, active, unrestricted medical license to practice in any state • Graduate from an AMA approved school of medicine with a Doctors Degree in Medicine • Possess current Board Certification or Board Eligible • Possess current BLS for Healthcare Providers • Provide photocopies of documents evidencing education, license, Board Certification and training. • Must have a working knowledge of policy, procedures, and standards as described by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care • Ability to complete favorable Drug Screening, Credentialing and Background Check • Possess & maintain Malpractice Insurance with proof • Provide evidence of Free of communicable diseases & recent testing for tuberculosis
Schedule Monday through Friday (except Federal Holidays), normally between the hours of 7:30am to 4:00pm, with a 30 minute unpaid lunch period. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the Health Services Administrator (HSA) will be responsible for defining the weekly schedule. These schedules are subject to change based on the variable needs of the institution(s) and the unpredictable nature of the correctional environment. Upon agreement, any changes to the schedules must be coordinated with the COR assigned under the contract. Due to the nature of the correctional setting, delays in performance of work may be expected. Such delays may include but are not limited to inclement weather, electrical or mechanical problems, or other security matters. Supplies All clinic supplies that the contractor may need routinely will be provided by the institution.
Scope of Work The contractor shall provide, on a non-discriminatory basis the following services: Provide specialized medical services, medical care as outpatients. Specific duties may involve all aspects of health care delivery, and will work in conjunction with both institution staff and consultant specialists in various clinical areas. Performs all duties in accordance with current accepted medical practices and procedures. Performs complete physical examinations. Collects comprehensive medical and social history to include a review of all body systems. Performs physical assessment in correlation with historical findings, records preliminary objective findings. Examines and orders appropriate diagnostic testing and provides necessary treatment and/or medications as required. Refers selected cases to consultant specialists when necessary. Refers inmates requiring hospitalization to a community hospital and to an appropriate admitting physician. Additionally, the clinician may see inmate patients who are in locked status in their designated housing area or housed in segregation units. Conducts examinations of personnel as required for appointment. Approves or disapproves examinations in such cases from a medical viewpoint and in accordance with current established medical standards for employees. Administers or directs administration of both curative and preventative inoculations. Prescribes medications, treatments, and fully utilizes health services for treatment, rehabilitative, and diagnostic modalities. Physician will assist with CPR, utilizes AED, and other basic first aid skills within the scope of their practice during emergencies until the arrival of EMS crew. Ensures that proper evaluations and treatments are carried out and documented. Incumbent shall constantly monitor and evaluate the quality of patient care, providing data to the institution Quality Assurance Committee, and other agencies or committees as required.
Special Conditions In accordance with the Federal Bureau of Prisons Acquisition Policy, Part 37.103 (c), the following provisions are applicable to the work being performed under this contract. The service is a contractual arrangement and not a personnel appointment. The service does not constitute an employer/employee relationship; and Pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation, Subpart 37.401 (b), the government may evaluate the quality of professional and administrative services provided, but retains no control over the medical, professional aspects of services rendered. Therefore, the contractor will not be subject to Government Supervision, except for security related matters; however, the contractor performance shall be assessed for contract compliance by the Contract Monitor (CM). Contractor shall immediately inform the CM in writing of any adverse actions taken by any State regulatory body involving certification. This includes, but is not limited to, suspensions, revocations, and restrictions on practice or prescribing and reprimands
Restrictions The Contractor shall not: Supervise inmates Supervise Bureau of Prisons Staff Participate in inmate accountability Requisition, sign for, or pick up supplies Formulates policy or procedures Attend recalls or staff functions