Family Medicine DNP Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient and Clinic Facility in Washington

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to juvenile patients in a secure environment with dedicated support staff including security personnel, medical assistants, and nursing professionals. The facility operates with established medical protocols and maintains rapid credentialing processes requiring background checks and fingerprinting within 2-4 weeks. The organization emphasizes quality healthcare delivery within the correctional framework while ensuring safety and security standards are maintained.

About the facility location

This area features popular attractions including the Space Needle and various gardens, along with opportunities for nature and wildlife tours and visits to state parks. The region hosts various seasonal festivals and events throughout the year, including summer celebrations with live music, parades, and outdoor activities at local venues. Harbor tours provide scenic waterfront perspectives of attractions like parks and aquariums, offering a refreshing way to experience the coastal landscape.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide comprehensive family medicine care to juvenile patients aged 11-25 in a correctional facility environment, managing approximately 10 patients daily while working 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling options of either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts. The position requires board certification or board eligibility, BLS certification, DEA registration, and Washington state licensure, with preference given to candidates having previous corrections or urgent care experience and at least 2 years of clinical experience. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, managing acute and chronic medical conditions, and collaborating with security personnel, medical assistants, nursing staff, and administrative support to ensure optimal patient care within the specialized correctional healthcare setting.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 10
• Support staff: Security, medical assistant, 2-3 nurses, administrative staff
• Patient population: Children
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes