Physician Assistant - Autonomy in Inmate Acute Care

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Health Spending Accounts

Wellness program

Home/auto loan discounts

Job summary

Wellpath is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under supervision of medical leadership in a correctional facility. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians and mental health professionals, and ensuring documentation and privacy standards are followed.

The role requires an accredited PA education program, current DEA registration, BLS/PALS where applicable, and prior

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited education program for PAs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols.
• Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated.
• Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments.

Education

PA education accreditation

Job description

Wellpath is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under supervision of medical leadership in a correctional facility. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians and mental health professionals, and ensuring documentation and privacy standards are followed.

The role requires an accredited PA education program, current DEA registration, BLS/PALS where applicable, and prior