SENIOR PHYSICIAN (RANGE C) - UNCLASSIFIED

Overview The Nevada Department of Corrections is hiring a Senior Physician for Las Vegas, Ely, or Lovelock. The position performs professional medical duties and functions, involving general examinations, diagnosis, care, and treatment; supervises the medical services team, and performs related work as required. The Senior Physician prescribes medication by using standard pharmacological procedures, in order to facilitate treatment and care of individual offenders. They must be knowledgeable of Nevada Revised Statutes applicable to the practice of medicine within Nevada state institutions and facilities. The physician maintains scheduled clinic hours to provide care to offenders consistent with the hours of operation for the institution and provides emergency service as needed. The role cooperates with the Deputy Attorney General’s office, adheres to ethical principles, and demonstrates respect, compassion, and integrity to the needs of offender patients. The Senior Physician participates in the physician on‑call schedule. Qualifications A valid license to practice Medicine from the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment is required and must be maintained throughout employment without interruption. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine or an institution approved by the Nevada Board of Medical Examiners with one year of internship in an approved hospital and three years of experience in the practice of medicine, or an equivalent combination of both. Completion of an appropriate residency approved by the American Medical Association, or an equivalent combination substituting each year of resident training for a year of medical practice. Board eligibility in a medical specialty or board certification in a medical specialty. Core Responsibilities Read medical charts. Perform physical examinations. Prescribe medication. Provide patient care. Communicate effectively. Pay attention to detail and solve problems. Recruitment and Appointment This is an open competitive recruitment for all qualified applicants. These are unclassified positions appointed by and serving under the directions of the Medical Director for the Department of Corrections (NDOC). #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Nevada (NV)