DJJ Clinical Practitioner - Hampton, GA 40 hrs/week

Augusta University; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 paid days off

Health benefits available through the university's benefits portal

Job summary

Augusta University is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant for their Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services in Hampton, Georgia. This full-time role involves providing basic medical services primarily to youth in correctional settings.

Candidates need a valid Georgia license and at least 2 years of clinical experience, with good organizational and decision-making skills being essential. The position offers a competitive salary of $100,000 annually and 41 paid days off.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous clinical experience; preferably 1 year in a correctional setting.
• Good physical and mental health; able to work under pressure.
• Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic medical services focusing on ambulatory care.
• Evaluate and treat the general medical needs of youth.
• Monitor CQI programs related to patient care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Emergency response skills

Education

Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in Georgia

Job description

Full Time – 40 hours per week. Base rate of $100,000 annually ($48.07 per hour). 41 paid days off per year.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers. Established in 2017, the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services was created through a unique collaboration between Augusta University Health System and the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice with the goal of delivering high-quality health services to Georgia’s justice‑involved youth in 25 facilities.

Location

Clayton RYDC, Martha K Glaze, 11850 Hastings Bridge Road, Hampton, GA 30228 (Located in Clayton County).

College/Department Information

Our mission in the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services is to transform young lives by providing evidence‑based rehabilitative treatment services and supervision, strengthening the well‑being of youth and families, and fostering safe communities. Each youth will receive appropriate, individualized care to improve their health knowledge and their potential for wellness.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Lead Nurse and the clinical direction of the Physician, provide basic medical services by utilizing professional medical skills to meet a variety of healthcare needs, with ambulatory care as a primary focus. Must be able to evaluate and treat the general medical and health needs of youth. Monitor CQI programs as they relate to patient care.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the State of Georgia.
• At least 2 years of previous experience in a clinical setting; 1 year preferred in a correctional setting.
• Good organizational and decision‑making skills; good physical and mental health; able to work under pressure; must relate well to patients, security staff, visitors, and co‑workers.
• Functions within the Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act (Nurse Practitioners) and Georgia Composite Medical Board Rules (Physician Assistants).
• Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification obtained through American Heart or Red Cross Program.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, normal bending, reaching, stooping; standing and sitting for long periods; respond promptly in emergencies (within 4 minutes); normal hearing and vision, with corrective appliances if necessary; able to perform BCLS.
• Security Clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

Shift, Salary, and Benefits

Shifts may vary and depend upon the availability of each site. 41 paid days off per year. (Other benefits details are available through the university’s benefits portal.)

Conditions of Employment

All candidates must complete and successfully pass pre‑employment requirements, including a Criminal History Record Release, and, when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen. Employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information (patient, employee, financial, business) by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Other Information

This position is responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

AAEEO/Condition Statement

The Department of Juvenile Justice is a division of Augusta University. We are an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. Augusta University, a federal contractor, prioritizes referrals of protected veterans. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.