Part-Time Physician Assistant - Federal Detention Center, SeaTac

Wander Staffing; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

Wander Staffing seeks three Physician Assistants for as-needed coverage at the Federal Detention Center in SeaTac, WA. Shifts are Mon-Fri 06:00–14:00, 8 hours with a 30-minute lunch; part-time, W2. U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with residency in the U.S.

for 3 of 5 years preferred. BLS required; drug screen and background check, including fingerprinting, are required. Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program with an unrestricted license is necessary; at least 1 year of experience

Qualifications

• ARC-PA-accredited PA program graduate.
• Active, current, full, and unrestricted PA license in any U.S. state.
• At least one year of applicable experience.
• BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider).
• Correctional experience preferred, not required.
• U.S. citizen or national, or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship; must have lived in the U.S. for three of the last five years.
• Must pass a drug screen and law enforcement background check, including fingerprinting and a favorable credit report.
• Able to stand and walk most of the day and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Run daily sick call and the clinic’s daily operation, including health histories, recording findings, and clinical evaluations.
• Serve as the primary provider for new complaints, chronic care visits, and emergencies when clinically indicated.
• Provide emergency care when the physician isn’t present, including trauma care and lifesaving procedures.
• After consulting the physician, perform minor procedures such as incision and drainage, laceration repair, cyst removal, and ingrown toenail removal/repair.
• Prescribe medications and treatment, and flag drug interactions before dispensing.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs and imaging, and screening exams.
• Work with staff and physicians on care plans and chronic/complex problems; educate patients on health practices.

Education

ARC-PA-accredited PA program

PA license (unrestricted) in any U.S. state

BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (seeking citizenship)

Residency requirements: lived in U.S. three of last five years

Drug screen & background check (fingerprinting & credit report)

Must be able to stand/walk most of the day; lift up to 25 lbs

Job description

Wander Staffing seeks three Physician Assistants for as-needed coverage at the Federal Detention Center in SeaTac, WA. Shifts are Mon-Fri 06:00–14:00, 8 hours with a 30-minute lunch; part-time, W2. U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with residency in the U.S.

for 3 of 5 years preferred. BLS required; drug screen and background check, including fingerprinting, are required. Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program with an unrestricted license is necessary; at least 1 year of experience