Corrections Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician Assistant Corrections

The Physician Assistant Corrections provides medical services to incarcerated individuals under the direction of a physician; collects and documents inmate patient data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and provides professional consultations/referrals. In the correctional setting, the Physician Assistant provides direct inmate patient care services in a variety of specialties including primary care, diagnosing, treating common illnesses and performing minor procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science field preferred, may be required by state regulations or contract specifications
• Physician's Assistant Certificate of Registration or License from the state Medical Board in practicing state
• Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred; may be required by state regulations or contract specifications
• One (1) year of experience as a Physician's Assistant strongly preferred
• 1 year of correctional experience preferred.
• BCLS certified required
• ACLS/PALS per state or contract requirements
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age