Primary Care Physician - Correctional Health (Detention)

MDPerm; Jena (LA); Presencial; USD 190.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Salary

20 Days PTO

7 Sick days

CE credit $2,000

Descripción de la vacante

MDPerm is seeking a Primary Care Physician to provide direct patient care within a federal detention facility in Jena, Louisiana. The role includes clinical oversight, coordination of care, and adherence to safety and privacy standards.

The position emphasizes public health, correctional medicine, and delivering quality care to adults and adolescents in a secure setting, with responsibilities spanning treatment, documentation, and ongoing credentialing.

Formación

• MD/DO degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution; or ECFMG-certified if trained outside the U.S./Canada.
• Unrestricted medical license in Louisiana (or ability to obtain).
• DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• BLS certification (or equivalent).

Responsabilidades

• Serve as on-site medical authority for all healthcare delivery at the facility.
• Conduct initial and follow-up evaluations for acute and chronic conditions.
• Provide direct primary care to patients of all ages.
• Offer clinical oversight for NPs, PAs, and nursing staff.
• Review and approve specialty referrals, labs and diag reports.
• Perform daily rounds in medical housing units.
• Respond to medical emergencies in coordination with on-site staff.
• Participate in performance improvement, peer reviews, and case reviews.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation.
• Ensure HIPAA and confidentiality compliance.

Conocimientos

Direct patient care

Clinical oversight

EHR documentation

HIPAA compliance

Credentialing

Educación

MD/DO degree

ECFMG certification

Herramientas

EHR systems

Descripción del empleo

MDPerm is seeking a Primary Care Physician to provide direct patient care within a federal detention facility in Jena, Louisiana. The role includes clinical oversight, coordination of care, and adherence to safety and privacy standards.

The position emphasizes public health, correctional medicine, and delivering quality care to adults and adolescents in a secure setting, with responsibilities spanning treatment, documentation, and ongoing credentialing.