CHS Physician Assistant/APRN

• CHS Physician Assistant/APRN
• FT / PT Status – Full-Time
• Salary – $54.50 - $56.72 Hourly Wage
• Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Angie Rhodes | arhodes@utah.gov |

Application Deadline – 6/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a dependable, organized and dedicated Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant for the Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City, Utah.

The Clinical APRN/PA is responsible to provide direct care to patients at the Utah State Correctional Facility which includes patient exams, prescribing proper medications, order proper tests, determine diagnoses and treatment.

Successful Candidates Will

• Provide medical consultation in specialized areas of knowledge.
• Provide direct and/or indirect patient care oriented toward improving or maintaining health and preventing illness.
• Have experience working with a full healthcare team.
• Study and practice evidence based medicine.
• Provide in-services for direct care staff on methods of patient care; oversees direct care staff in administering prescribed treatments.
• Coordinate clinical activities and follow-up.
• Maintain and updates patient charts, records, and information.

Assess client/patient needs. Develops and implements plans to meet those needs.

Recommend, advocate, and/or implement new and/or changes to existing policies and procedures, laws, or regulations.

Supplemental Information

Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e. g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc..

Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

Licensure as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.

An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Qualifications

• Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
• Masters in nursing for medical.
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Physician Assistant license in the State of Utah, or able to obtain State NP/PA & DEA license I prior to start.
• A Controlled Substance license and a DEA certification with no disciplinary action.
• Can pass a drug test and background check.

Preferred or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Instructional methods and techniques.
• Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Provide consultation and/or expert advice or testimony.
• Evaluate information against a set of standards.
• Work with or contribute to a work group or team to complete assigned task(s).
• Develop and maintain applicable professional contacts, resources, and /or networks.
• Principles, theories, and practices of nursing.
• Agency and/or organizational program(s).
• Agency objectives, organization, structure, and mission.
• Follow and apply treatment plans as developed by a licensed professional.
• Assess physical, mental, social, and/or economic needs.
• Arrange, coordinate, or schedule time and details.
• Coordinate the activities or tasks of people, groups, and/or organization(s).
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Principles, theories, and practices of human growth and development.
• Develop approaches for implementation of an idea, program, or change in operations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally.
• Review and/or edit documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
• Monitor or track information or data.

About the Role

• Location –
• 1480 N 8000 W
• Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

• Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Drug Test Required – Yes
• Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.

Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.

Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

For more information on Correctional Health Services, please visit our website.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.