Description

Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: Waverly, VA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Adelphi is seeking physicians to provide care to patients at a correctional facility in Virginia. The physicians will provide general medical services including examinations and treatment to the inmate population.

Job Quick Facts:
• Ref#: BD-353-86
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Family Medicine/ Internal Medicine/ General Practitioner
• Location: Waverly and Haynesville, Virginia
• Facility Type: Correctional Facility
• Job Type: Contract
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 5x8-hour shifts or 4x10-hour shifts
• Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:
• Active VA License
• BC/BE
• DEA certificate

Responsibilities:
• Examine, diagnose, treat, counsel and prescribe medications for patients as needed.
• Provide physical examinations and other general services.
• Record a summary in each patient's medical chart after each consultation.
• Make referrals to medical or clinical specialists when necessary.
• Responsible for providing accurate prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Responsible for the improvement in patient health and quality of life.
• Independently resolves daily medical issues.
• Ensure guidance is received on policy or exceptional situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Complexity:
• Applies knowledge of medical principles and practices and skill in the use of medical instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Ability to accurately examine, diagnose, counsel, and treat a variety of patients.
• Frequently consults on matters relating to medical treatment with: patients and their families; medical, clinical, or other professional staff; and insurance companies.