General Practitioner/Family/Internal/Urgent/Emergency/Correctional

Adelphi is seeking physicians to provide care to patients at a correctional facility in Virginia. The physicians will provide general medical services including examinations and treatment to the inmate population.

Job Quick Facts:

• Ref#: BD-353-86

• Profession: Physician

• Specialty: Family Medicine/ Internal Medicine/  General Practitioner

• Location: Waverly and Haynesville,  Virginia

• Facility Type: Correctional Facility

• Job Type: Contract

• Coverage Type: Clinical

• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 5x8-hour shifts or 4x10-hour shifts

• Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

• Active VA License

• BC/BE

• DEA certificate

Responsibilities:

• Examine, diagnose, treat, counsel and prescribe medications for patients as needed.

• Provide physical examinations and other general services.

• Record a summary in each patient's medical chart after each consultation.

• Make referrals to medical or clinical specialists when necessary.

• Responsible for providing accurate prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

• Responsible for the improvement in patient health and quality of life.

• Independently resolves daily medical issues.

• Ensure guidance is received on policy or exceptional situations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Complexity:

• Applies knowledge of medical principles and practices and skill in the use of medical instruments, equipment, and procedures.

• Ability to accurately examine, diagnose, counsel, and treat a variety of patients.

• Frequently consults on matters relating to medical treatment with: patients and their families; medical, clinical, or other professional staff; and insurance companies.