Correctional Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner

CPS Healthcare is a leader in providing comprehensive correctional health care services in the Northeast. Our focus is on providing high quality, compassionate care to all those we work with.

Come see the difference! We are a close-knit, hands-on, dedicated team of correctional professionals who provide outstanding medical, behavioral health and dental care to a unique population.

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Job Description Summary

CPS is hiring physician assistants (PA) and/or nurse practitioners (NP) for our Maine locations in Augusta and Auburn. The PA/NP works with CPS’ site Medical Director and/or staff physician in the day-to-day care and management of detainees.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat sick call requests and prescribe medications per guidelines set forth by the

State Board of Medicine [and/or State Board of Nursing] following the CPS formulary and

approval by the PA/NP’s primary supervisor.

Healthcare services provided fall within the scope of PA/NP practice guidelines and are in accordance with CPS policies and procedures, OSHA regulations and the ACA/NCCHC standards.

· Report and provide care to detainees.

· Collect data and perform History and Physicals.

· Initiate laboratory/diagnostic studies deemed appropriate to manage detainees’ care.

· Follow up abnormal examination findings, laboratory/radiological studies, and record this information in the patient’s chart.

· Initiate emergency management for situations such as cardiac arrest, injuries, sutures, burn treatment, hemorrhage, and other emergencies within scope of the PA/NP practice and personnel training.

· Perform clinical procedures when indicated which may include but are not limited to: venipunctures, intradermal tests, EKG and interpretations, care and suturing of minor lacerations, casting and splinting, performing pap smear and vaginal cultures, removal of sutures and foreign bodies [wooden splinters, etc.] aseptic dressings, ear lavage techniques, biopsies, incisions and drainage and any other procedure deemed appropriate by the supervisory physician and in accordance with state laws.

· Refer residents whose present clinical complications that are outside the PA/NP scope of practice to CPS Site Medical Director and/or supervising physician.

· Act as a resource for crisis intervention, preventive health maintenance strategies and other patient education endeavors.

· Assist the Quality Improvement Committee in obtaining or maintaining accreditation at facility.

· Assist with Emergency Staff coverage as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Physician Assistant

· Graduate of NCCPA accredited physician assistant program.

· Currently National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants [NCCPA]

· Certification.

· Current Maine Professional Licensure.

· Current Maine Controlled Substance Registration.

· Current DEA Controlled Substance Registration.

· Current CPR certification.

Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

· Current Maine Professional Licensure.

· Current Maine Controlled Substance Registration.

· Current DEA Controlled Substance Registration.

· Current CPR certification.

Type of position:

Full-time, 30 hours/ week

Location

· Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office in Augusta, ME.

· Androscoggin County Jail in Auburn, ME

Salary range

· Let us meet or exceed your salary expectations. Contact us to learn more.

Benefits

· Comprehensive training on correctional health to all new hires.

· Our team also enjoys great benefits, paid time off, paid sick time, 401K, medical and dental benefits, and referral bonuses.

Contact

Deb Jezard BSN, RN, LNC, CCHP, Director of Clinical Services

Why work in correctional healthcare?

Correctional health is a highly specialized field that provides the opportunity to work in an energetic, multidisciplinary settingwhere we serve patients with many different needs and conditions. This includes but is not limited to acute pathology, chronic conditions, detoxification, and end of life care.

At CPS Healthcare, our team works not only to make a positive difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals, but to protect public safety and improve local communities.

CPS is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusivity. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,478.00 - $121,528.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Work setting:

• Corrections

Application Question(s):

• Must be able to pass a facility background clearance

Experience:

• MAT: 1 year (Preferred)
• NP / PA: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Nurse Practitioner license (Preferred)
• Physician Assistant license (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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