What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Nurse Practitioner (NP) OR Physician Assisttant (PA) position at Marathon TS?
About Sozo Healthcare:
At Sozo Healthcare, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services in specialized environments, including correctional and detention settings. We take pride in fostering a compassionate, collaborative, and high-quality standard of care that ensures the safety and well-being of our patients.
Job Summary
Sozo Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our healthcare team working in a detention setting with federal detainees. The APP will provide comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based medical care in compliance with federal and state regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a secure, challenging, and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations for federal detainees.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, focusing on acute, chronic, and preventive care needs.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with Virginia state laws and facility protocols.
- Perform minor medical procedures as appropriate within the scope of practice.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work and imaging studies.
- Provide patient education on health, wellness, and disease prevention, with cultural sensitivity.
- Work collaboratively with detention facility staff and federal authorities to maintain the highest standards of care.
- Accurately document patient care activities in electronic medical records (EMR), ensuring compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
- Participate in facility audits, quality improvement initiatives, and case reviews.
- Maintain a strong understanding of the unique medical and behavioral needs within a detention environment.
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
- Current, unrestricted NP or PA license in the state of Virginia (required).
- Board certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or another relevant specialty.
- DEA registration and prescriptive authority in Virginia.
- No experience necessary, 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in correctional, detention, or underserved settings preferred.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Strong clinical decision-making, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Dedication to providing culturally competent, patient-centered care in a secure environment.
- Preferred Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish (strongly preferred).
- Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Familiarity with federal detention healthcare protocols and standards.
Preferred Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish (strongly preferred).
- Familiarity with correctional or detention medical care protocols and standards.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $190,000 annually.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Continuing education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- A supportive, team-oriented work environment with a focus on safety and quality care.
Sozo Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an equitable environment for all employees and patients. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve while working in a unique and impactful healthcare setting!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $190,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Primary Care
Application Question(s):
- Do you have DEA registration and presctiptive authority in VA?
- Do you have board certification in family practice,Internal medicine or other relevant specialty?
- Do you have a unrestricted NP or PA license in the state of VA?
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Farmville, VA 23901 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Farmville, VA 23901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $190,000
