Physician Assistant

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve.

Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. It's what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space.

Whether you are just graduating from nursing school or bringing years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.

If you're ready to take on a role that will enrich your career and make a real impact to your community, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY to get the conversation started!

The Physician Assistant will provide medical care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting, including conducting assessments, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, and prescribing medications. This role will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and high-quality patient care. The Physician Assistant will also maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.

How YOU can Make an Impact:

• Provide High-Quality, Evidence-Based Medical Care: Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based medical care to inmates, adhering to established policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating medical conditions, with a focus on providing effective and efficient care in a correctional setting.

• Conduct Assessments and Diagnose: Perform thorough medical assessments, diagnose a wide range of conditions, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. Prescribe medications, manage chronic conditions, and order appropriate tests as part of the patient care process.

• Promote Positive Health Outcomes: Demonstrate leadership in ensuring excellent patient care through the timely and accurate delivery of medical services, promoting positive health outcomes, and improving patient satisfaction.

• Maintain Patient Confidentiality and Ethical Standards: Safeguard patient medical information and history by upholding HIPAA regulations and medical ethics in all patient interactions and documentation.

• Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring they are followed appropriately and adjusted as necessary based on patient progress.

• On-Call and After-Hours Care: Provide on-call medical services as needed, including after-hours care, in accordance with facility or company requirements, ensuring continuous care availability.

• Leadership and Team Collaboration: Lead by example, providing direction and support to nursing and healthcare staff to ensure cohesive teamwork and collaboration between medical and correctional teams. Foster a positive work environment where team members feel supported in providing quality care.

• Staff Development and Education: Support the development of clinical staff by providing guidance, mentorship, and ongoing education. Ensure staff members stay updated on the latest medical practices, procedures, and correctional healthcare protocols.

• Promote Effective Interdisciplinary Relationships: Cultivate good working relationships within the medical team and with other departments to ensure that patient care is coordinated and operational efficiency is optimized.

• Embrace Change and Foster Improvement: Demonstrate flexibility and a positive approach to changes in medical procedures and treatment protocols. Motivate the team to embrace improvements, encourage feedback, and adjust workflows to enhance patient care.

• Adhere to Quality Assurance Standards: Consistently perform clinical tasks with accuracy and attention to detail, adhering to facility quality assurance standards and ensuring the highest level of care for patients.

• Engage in Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional activities, including training and development initiatives, to enhance medical skills and contribute to continuous improvement in patient care.

• Uphold Professional Standards: Maintain accountability for professional conduct, appearance, and performance. Ensure adherence to ethical, legal, and professional standards in all aspects of patient care and facility operations.

• Ensure Facility Policy Compliance: Respect and adhere to the facility's safety, infection control, and operational policies, contributing to a safe and effective healthcare environment for both patients and staff.

• Flexibility and Additional Duties: Demonstrate flexibility by accepting additional staffing assignments and performing other duties as required in a dynamic healthcare environment.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with medical and correctional staff to resolve issues, optimize care delivery, and ensure smooth daily operations. Advocate for patient care while navigating the challenges of a correctional healthcare setting.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What we Ask of YOU:

• A current, valid, and unrestricted state license, certification, and/or credential authorizing practice in the applicable clinical role (e.g., MD, DO, DDS, DMD, NP, PA, RN, LPN, LMHP, etc.) is required.A High School diploma or GED is required.

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or a related field is preferred for applicable roles.

• For advanced clinical roles, completion of an accredited graduate or professional program (e.g., medical school, dental school, nurse practitioner program, etc.) is required.

• A current, valid DEA registration, if applicable.

• Board certification in a relevant specialty is preferred, if applicable.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical practice, with at least 1-2 years in a correctional healthcare or underserved population setting preferred.

• Experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and providing healthcare services in a managed care or correctional facility setting is highly preferred.

• Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved).

Joining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey:

• Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program

• Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family

• Preferred Pharmacy Network options

• MDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth options

• Wellness program

• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company match

• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverage

• Optional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans

• Paid portion of Maternity Leaves

• Employee Assistance Program

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating Holidays

• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan

• Free Continuing Education

• Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailers

EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.