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Centurion is proud to be the new provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections
We are currently seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Professional (NP/PA) at the Dixon Correctional Center in Dixon, IL.
Starting at $66 per hour, higher with Experience
The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant works under the supervision of a physician in a correctional environment and is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management. This includes collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, performing assessments, diagnosing patients, and medication management.
Some of the unique benefits of correctional healthcare include:
- A clinically interesting, diverse patient population in a secure and structured setting
- Freedom from insurance, coding and reimbursement hassles
- Ability to spend time with your patients. No more cancellations or "no shows"
- Salary is consistent and is not based on patient volume
- Providers are not required to sign employment contracts or non-compete agreements
- Active, unrestricted Illinois NP/PA license
- Ability to pass background check
- 2+ years experience working as an NP/PA
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
- Paid Malpractice
- Much more...