Physician Assistant

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Medical Staffing to find a qualified Internal Medicine PA in Maury, North Carolina, 28554 About The Position Adelphi is seeking a nurse practitioner (NP)/physician assistant (PA) to provide services at a correctional facility in North Carolina. Summary:
• Ref :BD-50-164
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
• Specialty: Correctional Medicine/Primary Care/Family Medicine/Internal Medicine
• Location: Maury, NC
• Service Setting: Outpatient
• Facility Type: Correctional
• Job Type: Contract
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Length: Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: 40hrs per week Requirements:
• NC License
• DEA certification
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• NP/PA Certification Responsibilities:
• Perform vital signs and appropriate medical history.
• Perform independent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of all illnesses and trauma.
• Refer patients to the clinical director for conditions beyond the scope of training and experience of the nurse practitioner.
• Manage chronic health problems.
• Prescribe indicated medications as directed through utilizing the Soldiers' Home Policy and Procedures.
• Prescribe narcotics and controlled substances as directed by the physician.
• Administer authorized immunizations.
• Provide counseling and guidance to patients on issues relating to drugs, diet, weight control,effects of prescribed medications, and treatments.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, X-rays, electrocardiograms, audiograms, and perform tympanometry.
• Perform physical exams.
• Perform all other required services within a scope of practice which is consistent with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of North Carolina. EXPTEMP Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists across various healthcare settings, gaining insights and perspectives that enrich your professional practice. Cultivate meaningful relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and communities, enriching your clinical experience and cultural competence. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement. Gain exposure to rural healthcare settings, addressing critical healthcare needs in underserved areas and making a positive impact on local communities. Maintain a healthier equilibrium between work and personal life, avoiding burnout and stress.