Part-Time Correctional Physician II

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado, Denver, seeks a Physician II to provide comprehensive medical care within the Denver Correctional Complex, including examinations, diagnostics, prescribing medications, and preventive care for inmates. The role involves supervising mid-level providers, on-call duties, and cross-unit collaboration with health care staff.

Responsibilities include conducting exams, delivering care across chronic and acute conditions, and contributing to medical program development, clinical

Qualifications

• MD or DO license in Colorado.
• Board eligibility or board certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, or Preventive Medicine.
• Valid DEA license.
• Work Experience section must be completed with relevant experience; generic resume notes cannot be used for compensation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical/physical examinations for inmates.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and diagnose conditions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments as appropriate.
• Educate inmates on preventive health care.
• Perform on-site minor medical procedures.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants; provide clinical oversight and on-call coverage.

Skills

Direct patient care

Primary care

Procedures

Professionalism

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Emotional resilience

English proficiency

Plain language writing

Education

Colorado MD/DO license

Job description

State of Colorado, Denver, seeks a Physician II to provide comprehensive medical care within the Denver Correctional Complex, including examinations, diagnostics, prescribing medications, and preventive care for inmates. The role involves supervising mid-level providers, on-call duties, and cross-unit collaboration with health care staff.

Responsibilities include conducting exams, delivering care across chronic and acute conditions, and contributing to medical program development, clinical