Lead APP - Jefferson County Jail (Birmingham and Bessemer)

FIRST CLASS HEALTHCARE; Birmingham (AL); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

FirstClass Healthcare seeks a Lead Advance Practice Provider (APP) to oversee all facility APPs within a correctional healthcare environment. The role supports physician-led care, quality improvement, and continuous staff development.

You will supervise APPs, participate in policy alignment, and ensure high-standard patient care in a secure setting. The position requires a Masters in Nursing or PA program, 3+ years of clinical APP experience, and supervisory background.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Nursing (NPs) or an accredited education program for PAs
• Three (3) years of clinical experience as a certified and licensed APP
• Three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience
• Must have and maintain current Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) licensure within the State of Georgia
• Must have and maintain a current DEA registration
• Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to the first day of employment

Responsabilidades

• Oversees the planning, coordination and supervision for all site level APPs.
• Provides care to the patients in the facility and recommends clinical quality improvement efforts.
• Conducts medical assessments, diagnoses and treats various health conditions.
• Prescribes medications and monitors for side effects and interactions.
• Responds to medical emergencies within the facility and initiates lifesaving interventions.
• Oversees management of chronic conditions and collaborates with mental health team.
• Maintains medical records and adheres to policies and legal requirements.
• Engages in professional development and attends required meetings.

Conocimientos

Clinical leadership

Emergency care

Public health

Medical documentation

Educación

Master-s degree in Nursing or PA program

3 years clinical APP experience

3 years lead/supervisory experience

Herramientas

DEA registration

Descripción del empleo

• Employee Type Contractor - 1099
• Required Degree Masters

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversees the planning, coordination and supervision for all site level APPs.

Provides care to the patients in the facility and recommends clinical quality improvement efforts.

Conducts thorough medical assessments, including physical examinations, reviews medical histories, and evaluates symptoms to diagnose and treat various health conditions.

Performs simple procedures such as laceration repair and incision & drainage (I&D).

Develops individualized treatment plans for patients based on their medical conditions.

Prescribes medications as needed and ensures compliance with prescribed treatments, including monitoring for side effects and potential drug interactions.

Responds promptly to medical emergencies within the correctional facility and initiates appropriate lifesaving interventions until higher-level medical care is available.

Oversees the management of chronic medical conditions among patients, to promote disease control and prevent complications.

Collaborates with the mental health team of professionals to address the mental health needs of patients to ensure appropriate management of psychiatric conditions.

Promotes health education and preventive care measures to improve overall patient health and reduce the risk of communicable diseases.

Consults with other medical providers and recommends treatment protocols to align with FCH’s healthcare standards policies.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records, documents all patient encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with policies and legal requirements.

Adheres to security protocols and guidelines within the correctional facility to maintain a safe and secure environment.

Maintains ethical standards and professionalism with patients, colleagues, and facility staff.

Engages in continuous professional development to enhance medical knowledge and skills and attend any necessary meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of treatment approaches, evidence-based practices and assessment standards.

Knowledge and expertise in public health, and the diagnosis and treatment of individuals.

Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment.

Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with leadership, staff, patients, the public and external partners.

Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.

Ability to quickly assess medical emergencies and implement appropriate interventions effectively and calmly.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.

Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, balancing medical care with security concerns.

Strong attention to detail, follow-up and timely completion of assigned tasks.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications

Master’s degree in Nursing (NPs) or an accredited education program for PAs

Three (3) years of clinical experience as a certified and licensed APP

Three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience

Required Certifications and Licenses

Must have and maintain current Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) licensure within the State of Georgia

Must have and maintain a current DEA registration

Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) or more years of clinical experience, preferably in emergency medicine, urgent care, or correctional healthcare.

Board Certification in a relevant specialty

Special Requirements: This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical Requirements: The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time.

ADA Statement

In accordance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), FirstClass Healthcare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would cause undue hardship on the company. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation questions or requests in writing at [e-mail] .

Physical and Mental Demands

This position requires the physical and mental ability to perform essential job functions, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, pushing, pushing, twisting, kneeling, crouching, grasping, and repetitive motion. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. This role also occasionally requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.

In this position, you must be able to effectively communicate, possess clinical judgment, and respond to emergency or high-stress situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires sustained concentration, sound clinical judgment, situational awareness, cognitive flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to remain calm and focused while working in a correctional environment.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a correctional healthcare environment with exposure to noise, communicable diseases, controlled access areas, and unpredictable conditions. Employees must comply with all safety, security, infection control and emergency response protocols. Reasonable accommodation may be provided in accordance with the ADA, provided that it does not present an undue hardship on the company’s operations.

Summary

The Lead Advance Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising all facility APPs. The Lead also encourages professional growth and development of staff and coordinates onsite training for both new and current employees. They also play a critical role in ensuring quality care for incarcerated patients through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This position will report directly to the Executive Director of Advanced Practice Provider Services.

About Us

FirstClass Healthcare (FCH) is a physician owned and operated Atlanta-based healthcare organization focused on delivering patient-centered care that specializes in treating patients with compassionate care through operational and clinical excellence. FCH is dedicated to providing exceptional care to a population who are most often in their greatest time of need.

Come join our world-class team of professionals to make a difference and be part of our mission, “Delivering Medically-Led Quality Care to People in Jails and Prisons”.

First Class Healthcare, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Additional Information

• Shift Days, Nights and Variable
• FT/PT/PRN Full-time
• Compensation Salary commensurate with experience