$300,000 - $400,000 per year At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Physician who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Primary Care Physician is responsible for providing comprehensive primary healthcare services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility. This includes diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses, managing preventive care, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services within a medical home model. The successful applicant should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Primary Healthcare Services: • Conduct thorough medical evaluations, physical examinations, and medical histories for incarcerated individuals • Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections. • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, prescribing appropriate medications, therapies, and interventions. • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as pharmaceuticals, laboratory work, radiological examinations, and screenings. Provide vaccinations, perform health screenings, and promote preventive care measures within the correctional population. • Basic technical skills such as suturing, splinting and injections. Chronic Disease Management: • Monitor and manage chronic diseases prevalent among incarcerated individuals, such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C. • Ensure proper medication management, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring treatment effectiveness. • Educate patients on disease management strategies, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence. • Collaborate with specialty care providers for consultations and referrals, when necessary. Emergency Medical Services: • Respond to medical emergencies within the correctional facility, providing immediate assessment, stabilization, and necessary interventions. • Coordinate with emergency medical services or arrange for transfers to external medical facilities, when required. • Participate in emergency preparedness planning and training exercises to ensure efficient emergency response within the correctional setting Collaboration and Coordination: • Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychologists, psychiatrists, dentists, social workers, and other correctional staff, to ensure coordinated and integrated healthcare delivery. • Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, providing necessary information, consultations, and referrals. • Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall healthcare delivery system. Documentation and Compliance: • Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, diagnoses, treatments, and medications administered. • Adhere to patient confidentiality regulations and ensure the security and privacy of medical records. • Comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional healthcare and professional ethical standards. Professional Development: • Stay updated with the latest advancements in primary care, correctional medicine, and relevant healthcare regulations. • Engage in continuous professional development activities. • Provide training and education to correctional staff on primary healthcare topics, as needed. Qualifications: • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution. • Current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located and DEA • Valid state identification. • Experience in primary care, preferably with experience in correctional medicine or working with underserved populations. • Strong diagnostic and clinical skills, with the ability to manage a diverse range of acute and chronic medical conditions. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. • Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran