Job Title: Physician – Correctional Health Services
Location: Orange County, CA
Department: Correctional Facility
Schedule: Evening/Overnight Shift
About the Opportunity Join Marquee as a Physician in a
Correctional Facility, providing high-quality medical care to one of the most underserved populations in the county. You will work in a challenging and rewarding environment, delivering both urgent and chronic care to inmates in Orange County’s five correctional facilities. This role also includes oversight of Nurse Practitioners and opportunities to make a meaningful impact on community health.
About the Program Correctional Facility provides comprehensive medical, dental, nursing, infection control, health education, and pharmaceutical services at a community standard of care for all adult inmates. Care is provided onsite in correctional facilities and through contracted hospitals for inpatient or specialty care.
Key Responsibilities -
Serve as the primary care provider for incarcerated adults, including women’s health and prenatal care for OB patients
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Perform urgent and chronic care services, including procedures such as skin biopsies, suturing, ingrown nail removal, incision and drainage, pap smears, and more
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Conduct thorough physical exams and order appropriate diagnostic tests
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Provide clinical supervision and oversight to four Nurse Practitioners
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Collaborate with nursing, dental, and mental health teams, as well as Orange County Sheriff’s Department staff
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Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the electronic health record system (EHR)
Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have
1+ years of experience in triage, urgent care, mental health, or correctional medicine, and will demonstrate:
Clinical Excellence: -
Expertise in diagnosis, treatment, and disease management
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Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and correctional health policies
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHR systems
Leadership & Supervision: -
Experience directing and supporting clinical staff
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Commitment to training and mentoring team members
Adaptability & Resilience: -
Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, unpredictable environment
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Compassion and professionalism when caring for incarcerated patients
Collaboration & Communication: -
Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to de-escalate difficult situations and foster cooperation among diverse teams
Special Requirements -
No felony convictions; must successfully pass an extensive background check (may include polygraph)
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Ability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
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U.S. equivalency evaluation required for foreign degrees
