General Practitioner

Adelphi is seeking a Physician I to provide care to patients at a correctional facility in Buckingham County, Virginia. The physician will provide general medical services including examinations and treatment to the inmate population.

Job Quick Facts:

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: General Practitioner
• Location: Dillwyn, Virginia
• Facility Type: Correctional Facility
• Job Type: Contract
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts
• Rate: $135/hr

• CV
• VA License
• MD/DO
• Copy of graduate medical training (residency/fellowship)
• Current and valid Board certification
• Current and valid DEA certificate
• Current and valid National Provider Identifier (NPI)

• Examine, diagnose, treat, counsel and prescribe medications for patients as needed.
• Provide physical examinations and other general services
• Record a summary in each patient's medical chart after each consultation.
• Make referrals to medical or clinical specialists when necessary.
• Responsible for providing accurate prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Responsible for the improvement in patient health and quality of life.
• Independently resolves daily medical issues.
• Ensure guidance is received on policy or exceptional situations.
• May provide medical supervision to other clinical staff. Complexity:
• Applies knowledge of medical principles and practices and skill in the use of medical instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Ability to accurately examine, diagnose, counsel, and treat a variety of patients.
• Frequently consults on matters relating to medical treatment with: patients and their families; medical, clinical, or other professional staff; and insurance companies.