Physician: Impactful Care for Underserved Communities

Wellpath; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 275,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 signing bonus

Job summary

Wellpath in Kentucky’s correctional system seeks a licensed physician to assess and treat patients’ physical health, perform examinations, coordinate outside referrals, and provide education. You will work in a team with psychiatric and interdisciplinary staff to deliver integrated care and ensure safety and quality in a demanding environment.

Requirements include an MD or DO, two years of post-residency clinical experience, KY license, DEA, and board certification in internal or family

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited university.
• Two years post-residency clinical experience.
• KY license and DEA registration; board cert/eligible in internal or family medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical health through examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Provide and oversee documentation, outside referrals, consultations, and follow-ups.
• Perform minor medical procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff and provide education to patients and families.

Skills

Clinical exams

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Medical doctorate (MD) or DO

Tools

DEA registration

Job description

Wellpath in Kentucky’s correctional system seeks a licensed physician to assess and treat patients’ physical health, perform examinations, coordinate outside referrals, and provide education. You will work in a team with psychiatric and interdisciplinary staff to deliver integrated care and ensure safety and quality in a demanding environment.

Requirements include an MD or DO, two years of post-residency clinical experience, KY license, DEA, and board certification in internal or family