Family Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Troy, Virginia

Job description

About the facility

A corrections facility is seeking a family physician for locum tenens coverage.

About the facility location

In Troy, Virginia, explore the scenic beauty of the James River by hiking or biking along the scenic Rivanna Trail. Visit the historic Michie Tavern for a glimpse into colonial life and enjoy traditional Southern fare.

About the clinician's workday

The job is for a Medical Doctor or autonomous Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Internal Medicine, for a correctional center in Troy, VA. The need is immediate for at least 3 months, with options for extension, and the credentialing timeframe is 10 days from when the application is submitted. Major delays in credentialing typically arise from candidates not submitting required documents promptly. Work location is at 144 Prison Ln, Troy, VA 22974. The facility's website is https://vadoc.virginia.gov/, and there are numerous affiliated locations. While they likely have psychiatric staff on-site intermittently, there's no confirmation of their presence at all times. The workload is 40 hours per week, potentially with the option for 4/10-hour shifts, with no call or weekend duty. The patient population consists solely of adult women. The EMR system is paper-based, with prescriptions managed through Sapphire. Required certifications include a VA license, VA DEA, and COVID vaccination is necessary.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 18-20
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No

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