Physician Assistant - Correctional - $90 per hour

SpectrumACS; Maury (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

SpectrumACS is hiring a Physician Assistant for a 26-week local contract at Granville Correctional Institution in Butner, North Carolina. This role provides medical care to incarcerated individuals in a structured correctional healthcare setting. Compensation is $90 per hour, with a 40-hour work week and daytime shifts; weekend rotation as required.

Start date is ASAP. Active NC PA license and NCCPA certification are required, with DEA registration if mandated by the facility; prior experience

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Physician Assistant license required.
• NCCPA certification required.
• Current DEA registration (if required by facility).
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical evaluations and physical assessments.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications within scope of practice.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Perform minor procedures as appropriate.
• Respond to medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and custody staff.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

North Carolina Physician Assistant license

NCCPA certification

DEA registration

Job description

Physician Assistant - Correctional - $90 per hour

SpectrumACS is seeking a Physician Assistant Correctional for a local contract job in Maury, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Correctional
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Shift: days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Physician Assistant - Local Contract - Corrections | 40 Hours | $90/hr

Maury, NC

Start: ASAP

26-Week Contract

Compensation & Schedule

$90 per hour

40 hours per week

Day shift schedule

Weekend rotation as required by facility

Position Overview

SpectrumACS is hiring a Physician Assistant (PA) for a 26-week local contract at Granville Correctional Institution in Butner, North Carolina. This position provides medical care to incarcerated individuals in a structured correctional healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical evaluations and physical assessments
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
• Prescribe medications within scope of practice
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing
• Perform minor procedures as appropriate
• Respond to medical emergencies
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and custody staff

Requirements

• Active North Carolina Physician Assistant license
• NCCPA certification
• Current DEA registration (if required by facility)
• 1+ years of clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or correctional healthcare preferred
• Ability to work within a correctional setting
• Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills

Job Type: Local Contract

Setting: Correctional Facility

SpectrumACS Job ID #ECI-PA-LCL.

About SpectrumACS

SpectrumACS is a proven leader in travel and local healthcare staffing, connecting nurses, behavioral health specialists, specialty physicians, and allied health professionals with rewarding opportunities in state and county facilities.

Founded by American Correctional Solutions- the pioneer in delivering specialized healthcare services within correctional institutions more than 40 years ago- SpectrumACS builds on a strong legacy of innovation and service.

Today, we partner with facilities across the country to enhance patient care while offering healthcare professionals the chance to grow their skills, broaden their clinical experience, and make a meaningful impact in unique and dynamic settings.