Pccm Physician

Overview

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its workforce are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

Job Location:

Health Services Division, 701 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85034. Website: corrections.az.gov

Salary: $176,800

Grade: 1

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Physician who will serve as a champion for the Patient Care Center Model (PCCM) for the Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) Healthcare Services Division (HSD). This position will oversee the implementation and monitoring activities of the PCCM to ensure compliance with the model expectations. This role will oversee healthcare service delivery provided by CHP Staff to inmates.

Services include providing comprehensive medical care, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing. This position will collaborate with the CHP to develop and implement individualized care plans for inmates which is essential in providing care in the PCCM.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health outcomes of a diverse population within a correctional setting and communities. The position will consult with CHP leaders and staff and collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, nurse practitioners, and mental health providers, to ensure the delivery of integrated care plans. Additionally, this position will assist the CHP with managing medication regimens, ordering diagnostic tests, and interpreting results to formulate appropriate treatment plans.

Collaboration with the ADCRR Medical Director, Dental Director, and Mental Health Director will be essential in providing cohesive and comprehensive healthcare services.

Monitoring and analyzing healthcare data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in contractor performance and patient outcomes will be essential in this role.

Join us as a Physician and contribute to advancing patient-centered care within our correctional facility. Your expertise and dedication will play a vital role in ensuring the physical and mental well-being of our incarcerated population.

• Oversee the PCCM implementation and monitor the effectiveness of the health services delivery
• Evaluate and recommend methods of improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health-related services
• Meet with contractors and outside hospital/agency administrators to ensure a close working relationship between them and the facilities
• Review patient charts for appropriateness of care provided in accordance with established clinical practice guidelines and protocols (e.g., review of comprehensive health assessments of inmates, including medical history review, physical examination, and diagnostic testing)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for inmates with complex medical needs
• Provide education and training on health promotion, disease prevention, and strategies for chronic conditions on an individual or group basis
• Review medical events for timely responses to medical emergencies, intervention, and stabilization of patients
• Collaborate with contractors, external healthcare providers, and community resources to coordinate continuity of care for inmates transitioning from correctional facilities to community settings
• Attend seminars, workshops, conferences, etc., as requires
• Help to draft policies, procedures, and work processes
• Other duties as assigned
• Travel on State business

Knowledge of:
- ADCRR policies and procedures, States and Arizona Revised Statutes
- Advanced understanding of nursing principles, theories, and practices. Comprehensive knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical therapeutics
- Familiarity with diagnostic procedures, laboratory tests, and interpretation of results
- Understanding of healthcare delivery systems, including primary, acute, and long-term care
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices related to advanced practice and nursing staff

Skill in:
- Clinical Assessment: to perform comprehensive health assessments, including physical examination, medical history review, and diagnostic testing
- Proficiency in diagnosing and managing acute and chronic health conditions, prescribing medications, and ordering diagnostic tests as appropriate
- Implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote health, prevent illness, and manage disease. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families,…