DJJ Clinical Practitioner - Atlanta, GA 24 hrs/week

About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers. The Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services was established in 2017 through a collaboration between Augusta University Health System and the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, aiming to deliver high‑quality health services to the state’s justice‑involved youth in 25 facilities. Job Details Job ID: 288109 Location: Metro RYDC (DeKalb County, 1300 Constitution Road, SE Atlanta, GA 30316-4604) Full/Part Time: Part Time, 24 hours per week Base rate: $48.07 per hour Paid days off: 21 days per year Responsibilities Duties include: under the general direction of the Lead Nurse and clinical direction of the Physician, provide basic medical services, evaluate and treat general medical and health needs of youth, monitor CQI programs related to patient care, and perform ambulatory care. Required Qualifications Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the State of Georgia. At least 2 years of clinical experience; at least 1 year in a correctional setting preferred. Good organizational, decision‑making, and interpersonal skills; capable of working under pressure. Familiarity with Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act (NP) and Georgia Composite Medical Board rules (PA). Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification, obtained through American Heart or Red Cross program. Ability to lift 50 lbs, bend, reach, stoop, stand, and sit for extended periods; must be able to move quickly in emergencies (within 4 minutes) and perform BCLS. Security clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Shift / Salary / Benefits Shifts may vary and depend on availability at each site. Benefits include standard university benefits; detailed information available through the university benefits portal. Conditions of Employment All candidates must complete and successfully pass pre‑employment requirements, including a Criminal History Record Release, and where applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen. All employees must ensure the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information and adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies. Other Information Employees are expected to promote a customer‑friendly environment and provide superior service to patients, students, faculty, and staff. Augusta University is a patient‑ and family‑centered care institution and a tobacco‑free environment. AAEEO/Condition Statement Department of Juvenile Justice is a division of Augusta University. We are an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. Augusta University is a federal contractor and gives priority referrals to protected veterans. The University recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr