General Surgeon – Full-Time – Federal Medical Center- Locum Afily8©
Are you a board-certified general surgeon looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity? Do you have a passion for providing quality, compassionate, and ethical care to federal inmates? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Federal Medical Center (FMC) client location!
We are a federal correctional institution that provides medical and mental health services to over 1,500 inmates of various security levels. We offer a range of services, including primary care, specialty care, dental care, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, and more. We operate in a secure and safe environment, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
As a general surgeon, you will be responsible for:
Performing surgical procedures on various body systems, such as gastrointestinal, endocrine, vascular, skin, and more
Treating conditions such as hernias, appendicitis, gallstones, tumors, infections, and more
Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, such as labs, imaging, biopsy, and more
Prescribing and monitoring medications and treatments, such as antibiotics, analgesics, wound care, and more
Referring inmates to appropriate specialists and consultants when needed
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals, such as nurses, pharmacists, anesthesiologists, and more
Maintaining accurate and timely documentation and records
Participating in quality improvement and continuing education activities
To apply for this position, you must have:
A MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
A valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any state, territory, or district of the United States
A board certification or eligibility in general surgery from the American Board of Surgery or equivalent1
A DEA registration and eligibility to prescribe controlled substances
A minimum of one year of experience in general surgery, preferably in a correctional setting
A strong clinical and ethical judgment and excellent communication skills
A commitment to cultural competence and diversity
A willingness to relocate to any government facility in the United States or its territories
If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume
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