Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title UCHC Physician Specialist JJCJob Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Physician Department UCHC-JJC - Secure Care Bordentown Overview
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices.
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Per-Diem Physician Specialist for the Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC) Facility located in Bordentown, New Jersey. The Physician Specialist is responsible for providing medical services to the residents of the Juvenile Justice Commission, that is consistent with the community standards of care.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Reports to the assigned Secure Care Program and community Residential Home at designated hours to examine referred patients. Provides emergency, routine medical care, preventive medical care, and education to patients. Assures implementation and ongoing status of on-site chronic clinics. Prescribes medications from the formulary for resident's healthcare needs. Provides services in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control infection guidelines, Federal, State and local laws and the Quality Improvement Program standards.
Position Status Per Diem Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary $120.00/hr. Annual Minimum Salary 0.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.000 Annual Maximum Salary 0.000 Standard Hours 1.00 Union Description Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits
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Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Experienced in a primary care specialty.
Certifications/Licenses
Licensed physician in the State of New Jersey. Current DEA registration, CDS and CPR certifications. Must be Board Certified and qualified by the state laws/regulations to practice medicine. Valid Driver's License is required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Computer literacy.
Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to work at varying computer workstations provided by the Juvenile Justice Commission in shared office environments. Ability to type and use a computer to enter in the Electronic Medical Records. The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, and your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, Can quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positions. Frequently walks, bends, stretches, pushes and pulls. Intermittent physical exertion when performing job activities. Manual dexterity and mobility for charting (typing). Ability to implement Universal Precautions and Safety Precautions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to function in a fast paced environment and relate well to the patients, security staff and health care team members. Ability to work in a secure environment with adults, some who exhibit aggressive, threatening and assaultive behaviors. Ability to handle emergency and crisis situations. Incumbent must exhibit flexibility to work in a variety of settings. Risk of body fluid exposure. Must be able to maneuver around architectural barriers and obstructions found in a prison environment. Could be exposed to fumes, toxics, outdoor weather conditions and vibrations and moving mechanical parts. Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers.
Special Conditions
Must possess own vehicle or alternate means of transportation from one site to another. Must be approved by the Juvenile Justice Commission and adhere to all JJC requirements.
Posting Details
Posting Number 21ST1515Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Off Campus City Bordentown State NJ Location Details
Juvenile Justice Commission Facility located in Bordentown, NJ
Pre-employment Screenings
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Immunization Requirements
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