Physician Assistant

Wexford Health Sources, the nations leading innovative correctional health care company, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services. At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. bWexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Physician Assistant to join our team of healthcare professionals in Crest Hill, IL.b An advanced registered physician assistant licensed in the state of assignment responsible and accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and acts as a consultant to the nursing staff. JOB RELATIONS SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Medical Director SUPERVISION EXCERCISED: Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants RELATIONSHIPS: Works effectively with physicians, patients, medical and nursing staff, security staff at all levels, administrative and support staff, and consulting physicians. Responsibilities: 1.Perform paraprofessional medical services to the inmate population and employees as Appropriate 2.Direct other less qualified health care employees in the delivery of care 3.Perform duties of an advanced technical nature 4.Assign, supervise, direct and train other health care personnel in their duties concerning patient care, personal hygiene, sanitation, etc. 5.Assist in supervising the serving and proportions of special diets 6.Ensures proper medical practices are observed 7. Examine for, recognize and interpret symptoms of patient conditions 8.Participate in and assist in remedial measures and technical decisions based on sound medical practice and knowledge 9.Order medications for inmates as required or with approval of physician or dentist 10.Ensure appropriate supplies necessary for performance of duties are available 11.Prepare patients for and perform or assist in special treatments, procedures and examinations 12.Make infirmary rounds, cell house rounds and staff the screening areas as requested 13.Perform historical and physical examinations 14.Make oral and written reports when requested to do so 15.Assist or perform with supervision, minor surgical procedures 16.Enforce written policies and procedures of Wexford, the Health Care Unit and the facility 17.Utilize the SOAP charting format to document pertinent inmate information in chronological order in the health record. 18.Orders appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures to effectively diagnose and treat the inmates health condition. 19.Draws blood specimens for testing and performing other comparable procedures when personnel that customarily perform these procedures are not available. 20.Initiates referrals to other members of the health care team, monitors the schedule of patients for special tests. 21.Counsels inmates on preventative care, medical problems, and use of prescribed treatment. 22.Performs routine wound care, minor debridement, and dressing changes. 23.Generally assesses inmates medical status and assists the assigned physician with inmate management as required. 24.Utilizes appropriate infection control techniques. 25.Establishes individualized treatment plans and insures the continuity of care for inmates requiring on-going health care services. 26.Completes required amount of C.E.U.s and maintains licensure. 27.Receives direction from DOC personnel as appropriate, including but not limited to Wardens, Health Care Unit Administrators 28.Conforms to Wexford Health Sources, Inc., and facility regulations as appropriate, to include, but not be limited to: a. Dress code b. Scheduletime sheettime clock c. Safe