Physician Primary Care Corrections

Job description

We are currently seeking a Primary Care Physician to join a dedicated healthcare team providing comprehensive medical services within a federal detention facility. This position plays a key role in coordinating and delivering quality healthcare to adult and adolescent individuals in a secure setting, ensuring continuity of care and adherence to clinical standards.

The Primary Care Physician provides direct patient care, oversees clinical operations, and offers guidance to other healthcare professionals within the facility. This role is ideal for a physician who is passionate about public health, correctional medicine, and making a meaningful difference in underserved populations.
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution.

OR certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) if trained outside the U.S. or Canada.

Minimum of one year of post-graduate experience providing direct patient care.

Current, unrestricted medical license in the state of Louisiana (or ability to obtain).

Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or equivalent.

Preferred: Experience in correctional, detention, or residential healthcare environments.

Stay current with all mandatory training, certifications, and credentialing requirements

• Competitive Salary
• 20 Days Paid Time Off, 7 Paid sick days
• $2,000 yearly CE credit