NP/PA in Correctional Health — Make a Difference

VitalCore Health Strategies; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 103,320 - 110,208; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Hillsboro, Missouri, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide ambulatory care in a correctional environment. The role works with a multidisciplinary team to deliver basic medical services under physician supervision.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited NP/PA program with current state licenses. Experience in correctional settings is preferred but not required. The position offers competitive benefits and on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program.
• Must possess current licenses or certifications in the state of employment.
• Experience in correctional health is preferred but not required.
• Maintains required licensure and credentialing for NP/PA.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies in the facility.
• Identify patient health problems and prescribe treatment under physician direction.
• Document all healthcare contacts and maintain records.
• Provide patient education to inmates, healthcare staff, and correctional staff.
• Adhere to safety, security policies and infection control practices.
• Supervise other team members as appropriate.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

NP/PA program graduate

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies in Hillsboro, Missouri, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide ambulatory care in a correctional environment. The role works with a multidisciplinary team to deliver basic medical services under physician supervision.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited NP/PA program with current state licenses. Experience in correctional settings is preferred but not required. The position offers competitive benefits and on-site responsibilities.