Physician Assistant

Wellpath

6 days ago

United StatesFull TimeCorrectional Medicine

✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Wellpath as a Physician Assistant – Correctional Medicine in United States.

Key Responsibilities

include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs.

The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensuring clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols.

They maintain patient privacy and contribute to quality improvement activities.

The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.

Requirements

coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments You Matter

Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved

Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture

Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports:

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Wellpath as a Physician Assistant – Correctional Medicine.

Key Skills

Medical careAcute careEmergency careClinical documentationS.O.A.P. methodEMR systemsHIPAA compliancePsychiatric assessmentPatient transfersQuality improvementBLS certificationPALS certificationDEA registration

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Physician Assistant position at Wellpath includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Correctional Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Correctional Medicine position at Wellpath is open to physician assistant candidates.

Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Medical care, Acute care, Emergency care, Clinical documentation, S.O.A.P. method, EMR systems, HIPAA compliance, Psychiatric assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Correctional Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates, including evaluating acute complaints and coordinating emergency services. They collaborate with medical and mental health professionals while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, DailyPay, Tuition Assistance, Dependent Scholarships. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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