Physician 3 On-Call - Seattle Area

Description*Please Note: COVID Vaccine requirement for DOC employment NO LONGER REQUIRED*The Department of Corrections Health Services Division is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role of Physician 3 On-Call (Nonpermanent) for the Monroe Correctional Complex in Monroe, WA, located just northeast of Seattle. We're looking for Physicians who are passionate about providing team-based, integrated care to patients with complex and challenging health conditions. Our Physicians work in a multi-disciplinary environment treating many people that are disenfranchised from outside medicine with untreated maladies and unusual pathology's. Physicians at DOC enjoy the satisfaction of practicing medicine while providing a positive compassionate experience for their patients. Our Physicians have no pressure of production-based patient care or insurance billing, and appreciate a good work-life balance.Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a desirable schedule Day shift Monday - Friday and limited callOutstanding benefits and pension packageTraining and development opportunitiesPaid administrative leave for continuing educationEligible for state and federal loan repayment programsIMG and J-1 encouraged to applyMalpractice insurance covered by the State of WashingtonThe fulfillment of public serviceWe are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.Application assessment will be ongoing, the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.DutiesProvides clinical care of incarcerated individuals, responding to sick calls, reviewing nursing triage, and working closely with the Nursing team and other clinical staff.Provide clinical care, including contacting History and Physical as well as appropriate follow-ups on patients with Hepatitis C under the Hepatitis C committee in collaboration with the Hepatitis C team.Treatment and follow-up of patients in the Medical Assistant Treatment (MAT) program.Implementation of the plan of care by providing direct patient care, directing others about the urgency, time frames, and methods to deliver health care on and off site, determining when needs for care or services become more urgent, need clarification or another type or level of intervention is necessary, taking action as necessary to obtain provider orders and accomplish prescribed interventions in a timely and clinically responsive manner.Practice medicine and provide safe and effective clinical/medical care of incarcerated individuals in the MCC correctional setting and within the scope of practice as defined by state law, administrative code, and the Incarcerated Individual Health Plan.Diagnoses of health problems and determination of outcomes to be achieved. Provides medication as required.Collaboratively works with the Facility Medical Director (FMD) and Health Services Manager 3 (HSM3) in planning the delivery of health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services, prioritizes and sequences to be provided, and ensuring continuity of care over time and place.Communicates effectively verbally and in writing, and via computer or other electronic media with incarcerated individuals, their families, other health care personnel, custody, and other institutional personnel to identify problems and develop solutions. Legible handwriting of documents, clinical findings, the rationale and plan for actions taken.Collaboratively assists the Facility Medical Director in establishing therapeutic relationships that preserve professional boundaries with patients and their families to counsel, teach and assist them to reduce health risks, improve their ability to provide self-care, manage symptoms and side effects, participate in prescribed treatment regimens, and to make informed decisions about health care and treatment.Provides accurate authoritative information.Collaboratively work with the Facility Medical Director and Health Service Managers.Establish and define timeframes and pathways for the delivery of services.Ensure consistent use of call-out procedures for incarcerated individual appointments and preventative care physicals.Maintain and develop optimal working relationships with contracting hospitals and other community health care providers.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an Accredited School of Medicine AND completion of an ACGME/ABOM accredited residency program.Board certified or Board eligible in primary care specialty (family practice, internal medicine) required.      *Board eligible physicians may be considered with continued employment contingent upon achieving board certification within 24 months of hiring date. Board certification must be maintained by the employee as a requirement for continued employment.Unrestricted and unblemished license to practice medicine in the State of Washington (or the ability to obtain prior to employment).A current unrestricted  DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) license. Continued licensure without restriction by the HPQA during employment.Preferred Qualifications:Certified Health Care Professional by the Academy of Correctional Health Professionals.Working knowledge of the Incarcerated Individual Health Plan.Working as part of a team that includes nursingSupplemental InformationPlease include a minimum of three professional references with your application:The Department of Corrections defines a professional reference as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.What we offer:As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.   Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)Up to 25 paid vacations days a year8 hours of paid sick leave per month12 paid holidays a yearGenerous retirement planFlex Spending AccountsDependent Care AssistanceDeferred Compensation and so much more!Additional Information:The mission of DOC is to improve public safety. For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire.    Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws.Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days of the date of hire.  When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment.Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-M. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and . Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.Our Mission: To improve public safety by positively changing lives.Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.Our Core Values:Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.We are committed to hiring individuals who possess the following core diversity competencies:Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.Promote inclusiveness.Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email zenon.mateyka@doc1.wa.gov or call at 509.290.7123. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1.800.833.6388.Job DetailsSalary $192,868.56 - $259,434.00 AnnuallyLocation Snohomish County – Monroe, WAJob TypeOn-CallJob Number2024-MCC-Physician 3 OCDepartmentDept. of CorrectionsOpening Date04/02/2024Agency infoAgencyState of WashingtonPhone View Posting for Agency Contact WebsiteAddress View Job Posting for Agency Information View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504