Family Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic in Virginia

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to the adult population in a secure environment with dedicated medical support staff. The facility operates with established protocols during regular business hours and maintains appropriate equipment and systems to deliver quality primary care services to patients requiring both routine and complex medical interventions.

About the facility location

This Virginia region offers diverse recreational opportunities and outdoor activities throughout the year. The area provides access to regional attractions, entertainment venues, and various dining experiences while offering both popular attractions and local hidden gems for residents and visitors to enjoy.

About the clinician's workday

The physician will provide comprehensive family medicine services to adult patients in a correctional facility, delivering primary care including chronic disease management, acute illness treatment, and preventive healthcare services. The role requires conducting thorough patient evaluations, maintaining accurate documentation in the Naphcare EMR system, and managing approximately 18-20 patients daily during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with no call requirements. The clinician will work collaboratively with registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to ensure optimal patient care while adhering to facility protocols and maintaining professional standards within the correctional healthcare environment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 18-20
• Support staff: RNs, LPNs
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

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