Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

DailyPay

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Company-paid life insurance

Wellness program with fitness memberships

Discounted rates for home and auto loans

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physician Assistant to deliver acute medical care to inmates. Responsibilities include evaluating emergency complaints and documenting via S.O.A.P. method. Candidates must have an accredited PA degree, two years of experience in correctional settings, and current state licenses. This role is crucial in providing quality care in a challenging environment while ensuring patient privacy and compliance with health protocols. Comprehensive benefits and a people-first culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PA education program.
• Previous correctional/detention facility experience; minimum of two (2) years.
• Unrestricted current license in state of practice; current DEA registration; current lifesaving BLS and PALS certification.

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.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Patient evaluation

HIPAA compliance

Cross-coverage

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Completion of an accredited PA education program

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare. Join us

Make a difference every day in the lives of underserved patients. Join a mission‑driven organization with a people‑first culture. Excellent career growth opportunities.

What we offer: Caring for overlooked, underserved and vulnerable patients. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Autonomy in a warm team environment. Growth and training.

Perks and Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 401(k). DailyPay, tuition assistance and scholarships, employee assistance program with free counseling and health coaching, company‑paid life insurance, tax‑free health spending accounts (HSA), wellness program with fitness memberships and product discounts, preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans. Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

We are dedicated to making a difference for the underserved. Our deep desire to help vulnerable patients drives everything we do.

How you make a difference

The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under medical leadership supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, supporting cross‑coverage needs, collaborating with physicians, mental health professionals, ensuring documentation aligns with protocols, maintaining patient privacy, contributing to quality improvement, and coordinating emergency care and psychiatric assessment support.

Key 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

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Completion of an accredited PA education program
• Experience: Previous correctional/detention facility experience; minimum two (2) years of experience
• Licenses/Certifications: Unrestricted current license in state of practice; current DEA registration; current lifesaving BLS and PALS certification through AHA

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.