Physician, Medical Doctor, Emergency Medicine Physician

Physician - Bland, VA (#3099)

Location: Bland, VA
Employment Type: Part-Time Contract
Hourly Rate: $100

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a dedicated Contract Physician to provide high-quality medical care to inmates at a Correctional Center in Bland, VA. This role requires a compassionate professional committed to delivering patient-centered care in a secure, challenging environment while adhering to strict compliance and ethical standards.

• Competitive Compensation:
  • $100 per hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Malpractice insurance coverage.
• Work Schedule:
  • Up to 20 hours per week with flexibility.
  • Potential 24-hour on‑call coverage for emergencies.
• Professional Growth:
  • Gain unique experience in correctional healthcare, enhancing skills in acute/chronic care and crisis management.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a structured, mission-driven setting.
• Impactful Work:
  • Improve health outcomes for underserved inmate populations.
  • Contribute to public health and safety through ethical, compassionate care.

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school; completion of an accredited residency program.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted medical license in Virginia; DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Experience: Clinical experience preferred (correctional, public health, or underserved settings).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMRs), diagnostic interpretation (labs, X-rays), and treatment protocols.
• Soft Skills: Strong decision‑making, communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Compassionate approach to patient care in high‑stress environments.

• Medical Care Delivery: Conduct physical exams, diagnose/treat acute/chronic conditions, prescribe medications, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Records Management: Maintain accurate, compliant documentation of patient care.
• Consultations & Referrals: Collaborate with specialists and the Department’s Office of Health Services for complex cases. Refer inmates to specialists when medically necessary.
• Emergency Care: Provide urgent medical services within the facility or local hospitals. Perform required employee health services, such as physical exams and emergency care.
• Compliance: Adhere to Department of Corrections policies, including confidentiality, licensure updates, and professional conduct. Notify the Department of any changes in licensure, hospital privileges, or malpractice issues.
• Scheduling: Submit monthly availability in advance and coordinate coverage during absences.