Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, Joliet IL
Company: Wexford Health Sources
Location: Joliet
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
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Wexford Health Sources, the nation's leading innovative
correctional health care company, provides clients with experienced
management and technologically advanced services, combined with
programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two
decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing
expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy,
utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing,
and quality management services.
At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be
considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need
and the corrections environment is our venue. This is for a Nurse
Practitioner/Physician Assistant Wednesday through Sunday, 2pm-10pm
at Joliet Inpatient Treatment Center, Joliet, IL.
We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package
including:
POSITION SUMMARY
Under direct supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager
and the Medical Director and clinical supervision of the Medical
Director, an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician's
Assistant licensed in the state of assignment is responsible and
accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and
acts as a consultant to the nursing staff.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The NP/PA shall provide a broad range of services to the center
including assessment, identification and treatment of medical
concerns, health education to patients, and illness and injury
prevention.
The duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll
purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as
required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes
daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care
personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving
throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without
air conditioning.
Minimum Requirements:
The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An
equivalent combination of education and experience may be
accepted.
TRAVEL: Minimal travel required.
LICENSING: Currently licensed as NP or PA in the state of
Illinois
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification
EDUCATION: Certification from an accredited college/university as
an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician's Assistant
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years' experience as a NP/PA preferred.
EOE/M/F/D/V
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