Physician

For an exciting and fulfilling career in Correctional Healthcare, come join us at MEDIKO!

At MEDIKO our work is mission driven by our desire to help others. We are a privately-owned, correctional healthcare company that delivers compassionate, comprehensive medical and mental health care to underserved populations in our communities. 

We are hiring for the following:

Position:    Physician

Schedule:   Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8am-4:30pm

Location:    Piedmont Regional Jail 

Pay Rate:    Starting at $125 per hour, and rising commensurate with experience

Below is just a sample of the amazing reasons to consider working for MEDIKO!

• MEDIKO was founded almost 30 years ago by the same physician who still owns and operates it today.

• As a physician you will report directly to our Chief Medical Officer.

• No more working weekends, late nights, or holidays recognized by the company (12 holidays per year!).

• A dedicated nurse assists you when you see patients.

• Patient load can vary from 15-22 per day. Average age of patients is 31 with about 80% of them male.

• You will have autonomy to refer individuals for specialist consults as needed.

• Our formulary is very generous and allows you to prescribe the appropriate medications based solely on your judgment.

• We have comprehensive practical Nursing Guidelines that Nurses use to screen individual patients before you see the patients.

• The detention center is staffed by licensed healthcare professionals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• All the behavioral and mental health patients are diagnosed and managed by Licensed Mental Health clinicians and our Psychiatry practitioners.

• We have Protocols and Guidelines for management of individuals who arrive and could be in withdrawal from intoxicating substances.

• Medical Records Clerks will request and obtain offsite medical records as promptly as possible.

• Our EMR system is very user-friendly and we have a dedicated in-house support team to help train and troubleshoot any issues as needed.

• No more insurance hassles, such as Prior Authorizations, worrying about reimbursements, or handling collections.

• Most new arrivals to the detention center will be released or bonded within the first week, and before seeing Medical staff.

• MEDIKO will provide you with training and orientation into correctional medicine by physicians and personnel who have decades of experience in the field.

• MEDIKO provides and pays for your professional liability insurance.

• MEDIKO is the only company in the nation that has not lost a single lawsuit since its inception almost 30 years ago.

Responsibilities:

• Observe protocols, policies, procedures, and regulations of assigned correctional facility

• Document promptly and properly in order to monitor services provided and compliance with facility/client contract

• Notify Corporate Medical Director and Health Services Administrator (HSA) of schedule coverages and schedule changes

• Assist in arrangements of coverage of medical services if unavailable for extended period of time

• Maintain current state license to practice medicine

• Maintain required number of CME credits to continue practicing medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia 

• Review and countersign therapeutic orders and progress notes by the PA/ARNP, if applicable, ensuring orders/notes are appropriate and effective

• Visit infirmary daily when on-site and record encounters in the patient’s progress notes, if applicable

• Document in EMR, or on approved paper form in SOAP format, and legible if handwritten

• Ensure all documentation is dated, timed, problem-oriented and encounters are located in EMR with documents or legible and signed if handwritten

• Adhere to the established formulary for therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary procedures

• Utilize available in-house resource personnel for treatment or resolution of identified problems before using off-site referral, if possible

• Provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations

• Demonstrate proper technique for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and related drug therapy

• Supervise care given by other processional or non-professional personnel, providing instructions as needed

• Report any questions regarding lack of appropriate referrals or interventions necessary to realize patient goals to Corporate Medical Director

• Provide clinical oversight to facility medical program as defined by the ACA standards

• Consult with medical specialists for advice and expertise in their respective areas

• Provide consultation to all professionals in the system

• Partner with Health Services Administrator (HSA) in supervising continuous quality improvement program assist in development of criteria

• Serve as member of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) committee; make recommendations to improve patient outcomes

• Review and approve treatment protocols, clinical policies and procedures, to include infection control and infirmary (if applicable at site), and fire and disaster plans at least annually or on as needed basis

• Serve as liaison with health care providers in the community

• Review all death and inmate grievances and appeals

• Work with the Health Services administrator (HSA) to establish and maintain chronic care clinics that comply with ACA and NCCHC standards

• Assist the HSA in monitoring pharmacy to include: formulary compliance, prescribing patterns and dispensing of medications, participation with P&T committee

• Respect the dignity and confidentiality of patients

• Independent medical judgement with regards to patient diagnosis and treatment shall be unrestricted

• Provide on-call services as assigned by the facility and/or company needs

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain state license to practice medicine and maintain active licensure throughout employment at this location

• Must hold or obtain DEA registration and maintain registration while practicing medicine

• Board Eligible or Board Certified, or qualified by state law and regulation to practice medicine based on Continuing Medical Education

• Experience in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine or Public Health preferred

• Must hold Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved) prior to start date

Joining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey: 

• Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program

• Wellness program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) with company match

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan

• Virtual CMEs provided and paid for by MEDIKO

• Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized retailers, service providers and attractions

Please visit our website at www.MEDIKO.com  to learn more about opportunities with us!

EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Salary : $95,765 - $167,398