Adelphi is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide medical services at a detention center in Yuma County, Arizona. Quick Job Facts: Ref #: BD-556-02 Profession: Medicine Specialty: Physician Assistant Location: Yuma County, Arizona Facility Type: Detention Center Job Type: Contract Shift Schedule: 40hrs/week (Morning, evening, and night shifts) Start Date: TBA Rate:$90/hrRequirements: Master's Degree from an accredited institution. Arizona license Responsibilities: In collaboration with the assigned Physician; Dispense all psychotropic and prescribed medications during scheduled med passes for detainees. Conduct health screening on juveniles upon admission. Train designated detention staff to conduct screenings and review each completed screening within 24 hours of admission. Obtain and review immunization records for juveniles detained more than 15 days. Perform physical exams on all detainees committed within twenty-four hours. Notify appropriate officials and guardians of required medical care for juveniles. Conduct daily sick calls to identify juveniles in need of medical services due to non-emergency injury or illness while in detention. Control and monitor pharmaceuticals. Conduct vision and hearing assessments for students with special needs enrolled in the Education Program at the facility. Provide quarterly quality assurance assessment reports for the medical services program. Any other duties as assigned
