UCHC Physician Assistant Per Diem Statewide

Rutgers University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY
Deadline: ;

Position Details


Recruitment/Posting Title UCHC Physician Assistant Per Diem Statewide
Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Physician Assistant
Department UCHC-Ph-OP Ancillary Medical
Overview
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices. 
 
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. 
 
We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve. 
 
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for the Department of Adult Medical Services Statewide. The Physician Assistant performs initial and follow up assessments of inmates/patients in a variety of settings such as initial intake area, healthcare unit for sick call, emergency situations in housing, chronic care clinics and infirmary. The Physician Assistant ensures that the total health needs of inmates within New Jersey Department of Corrections are met. This includes medical care to adolescents (16 to 18 years), adults (18-64 years), and geriatrics (65+). The Physician Assistant will work with a variety of healthcare professionals and correction officers in a correctional environment providing health services to inmates. 
Among the key duties of this position are the following: 
* Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility. 
* Assesses inmate/patient in a variety of settings. 
* Identifies inmate/patient health problems and prescribes treatment under direction of a physician. 
* Implements medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by the physician. 
* Provides education to inmate/patient, health care, and correctional staff. 
* Documents all health care contacts. 
* Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled meditations.
Position Status Per Diem
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 99H
Position Salary $55.00/hr.
Annual Minimum Salary 0.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 0.000
Annual Maximum Salary 0.000
Standard Hours 1.00
Union Description
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits

Information about the benefits provided to Rutgers employees can be found at: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Minimum Education and Experience
* Graduate of an accredited college/university Physician Assistant program with current certification/ licensure in the state of employment.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Current certification/license to practice as Physician Assistant in the State of New Jersey. 
* BLS Certified. 
* Computer literacy. 
* Valid Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
* Active CCHP certification.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
* Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements. 
* Must possess own vehicle. 
* On call responsibilities.

Posting Number 20ST1850
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Off Campus
Location Details
Statewide




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