Staff Physician

NaphCare, Inc.; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K and Roth

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a Staff Physician to join the ASPC - Tucson in Tucson, Arizona.

The role offers full- or part-time opportunities with pay rates from $120.00 to $137.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. The Staff Physician will provide quality medical care to patients within the facility, collaborating with correctional officers and a multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a physician in AZ.
• Current AZ DEA registration.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine.
• BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse patient populations.
• Strong written and verbal communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, manage chronic conditions.
• Respond to medical emergencies within the facility and coordinate care.
• Lead and participate in educational activities related to medical care.
• Conduct rounds in medical and infirmary units.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates and facility policies.
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to meet patient needs.

Skills

AZ medical license

DEA registration

Board Certified/Eligible

BLS CPR (AHA)

Communication skills

Computer skills

Leadership & organizational skills

Confidentiality & professionalism

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO)

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Staff Physician to join our team of medical professionals in the ASPC - Tucson in Tucson, Arizona.

Pay rates range from $120.00 to $137.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.

Full Time and Part Time positions may be available!

As a Correctional Staff Physician, you will be responsible for providing quality medical care to meet the healthcare needs of the patients within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals.

Responsibilities

The Staff Physician is responsible for performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and managing chronic conditions, ensuring care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Formulating working diagnoses, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating/modifying therapeutic regimens
• Evaluating patients who have returned from off-site treatment
• Responding to and initiating care for medical emergencies throughout the facility
• Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities related to medical care for patients
• Conducting rounds in the medical and infirmary units
• Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
• Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a physician in AZ
• A current DEA registration in AZ
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine.
• Possess or be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.

• Experience in general medicine, a strong knowledge of current medical principles and practices, and the ability to collaborate with medical team
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards

• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran