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Locum Physician - Primary Care

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

Jena, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Monitoring, Communication Skills, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, English Language, Establish Priorities, Family Medicine, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Internal Medicine, Medical Record System, Medicine, Microsoft Office, Multilingual, On Call, Osteopathy, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Pediatrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary Care, Regulations, Spanish Language, Testing, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jena, LA
POSTED
10 days ago


Join Our Team as a Locum Physician - Primary Care

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is seeking a qualified Locum Physician specializing in Primary Care to provide essential medical services at a detention facility in Jena, Louisiana. This role offers a unique chance to serve a diverse patient population while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

In this position, you will deliver high-quality primary care to detainees, including adults and children, ensuring their health and well-being are prioritized. You will also provide clinical oversight and consultation to medical staff, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians committed to excellence and eager to support underserved populations.

Required Skills:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution
  • Current, unrestricted medical license in Louisiana
  • DEA certification for prescribing controlled substances
  • Minimum of 1 year of relevant clinical experience providing direct patient care
  • Proficiency in physical assessments, diagnostic testing, and treatment planning
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work independently with high integrity and professionalism
  • Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality regulations
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Pediatrics
  • Experience working in correctional, detention, or residential healthcare settings
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
  • Familiarity with social determinants of health and culturally competent care

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Medical degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian program
  • At least one year of direct patient care experience in a primary care setting
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR

Other Requirements:
  • Availability to work 8-10 hour shifts, five days per week
  • Flexibility to respond to medical emergencies and participate in on-call rotations
  • Ability to respond promptly within four minutes during emergencies
  • Physical ability to perform emergency procedures and assist patients as needed

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Hourly pay rate of $150 all inclusive, with weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Supportive, dedicated team committed to your success throughout your assignment

Take the next step in your medical career and make a difference where it’s needed most. Apply now to join VieMed Healthcare Staffing and help elevate healthcare services for underserved populations.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSGOV #ZR #zr

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