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Athens, Georgia

Physician - Medical Director

Correctional Medicine 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsPart-Time

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Athens Clarke County Jail - Athens, GA
  • Position Type: MEDIKO Employee - Part Time
  • Salary Range: Undisclosed
  • Job Shift: Day Shift

Physician - Medical Director Athens-Clarke County Jail, Athens, GA Part-time 16 hours/week Comprehensive, mutli-disciplinary team MEDIKO is celebrating 30 years as a national, reputable correctional healthcare company This is not a locum or agency assignment Job Summary: The Physician will provide comprehensive medical care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting, including diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.

This role will collaborate with nursing and other healthcare staff to develop and implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, and ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care. The Physician will also maintain accurate medical records and adhere to all healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Qualifications

A current, valid, and unrestricted state license 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).

Employee Benefits (eligibility varies by status): Competitive pay and bonus opportunities Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid portion of maternity leave 401(k) with company match Generous PTO plus paid holidays and floating holidays Tuition reimbursement assistance Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) options Employee Assistance Program Free Virtual Continuing Education and professional development opportunities MEDIKO is a growing healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to underserved populations in correctional facilities across the country.

We partner with jail systems to deliver healthcare that makes a meaningful difference for patients, facilities, and communities. At MEDIKO, relationships matter.

We believe in earning the trust and respect of our patients, employees, and client partners—and in growing the right way, without losing the personal connection that sets us apart.

Join MEDIKO and bring your skills to a unique healthcare environment where you will make an impact, expand your experience, and be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEDIKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical care to patients in a correctional setting, including diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, managing care, and prescribing medications. Collaborate with nursing and other healthcare staff on treatment plans, maintain accurate medical records, and comply with healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Requirements

Requires a current, unrestricted state medical license, applicable DEA registration, and an active CPR/BLS certificate; relevant board certification is preferred when applicable. Requires 3–5 years of clinical practice, with correctional or underserved-population experience preferred, and experience in diagnosis and treatment planning in managed care or correctional settings highly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Medical DiagnosisAcute and Chronic Care ManagementMedication PrescribingMedical RecordkeepingInterdisciplinary CollaborationRegulatory ComplianceBasic Life Support

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Medical Director at Mediko a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Correctional Medicine — ranked against 90 active Correctional Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Correctional Medicine — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Correctional Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 90 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Athens

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$330k
Typical market rent
$1,607/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Athens-Clarke County, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mediko

Hospitals and Health Care
Richmond, Virginia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Bonus opportunities
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid maternity leave
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO