Posted May 2, 2026 · Last seen active Jun 19, 2026
About this role
How you make a difference:
The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under the supervision of medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs. The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensuring clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols. They maintain patient privacy and contribute to quality improvement activities. The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.
Qualifications &
Requirements:
EDUCATION
Completion of an accredited education program for PAs
EXPERIENCE
Previous correctional/detention facility experience
Minimum two (2) years’ experience
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice
Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
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Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA
Key
Responsibilities:
Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols
Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated
Document all findings using the S. O. A. P. method and EMR systems
Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts
Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments
You Matter:
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:
• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
Skills for this role
acute medical careemergency medical careclinical documentationS.O.A.P. methodpsychiatric stability assessments
Certifications
BLSPALS
Requirements
BLS certification required
PALS certification required
Benefits
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
About the employer
Wellpath
Hiring organization
Workplace not named in the posting.
Wellpath is a healthcare organization specializing in providing medical, dental, and mental health services to underserved, vulnerable, and overlooked populations, primarily in correctional and detention settings. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Wellpath operates across multiple facilities, including juvenile detention centers and…
What reviewers appreciate
+Mission-driven organization with a people-first culture
+Excellent career growth opportunities and ongoing training/development for licensed and unlicensed staff
+DailyPay option allowing employees to receive earnings as they work
What reviewers flag
−Work setting is within correctional/detention facilities, which may present unique challenges compared to traditional healthcare environments
−Complex regulatory compliance requirements across multiple standards (ACA, NCCHC, state and local regulations, accreditation bodies)
−Patient population consists of incarcerated or detained individuals, which can involve challenging clinical and behavioral scenarios
Benefits: Wellpath offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401k retirement plan. Additional perks include DailyPay (access to earned wages daily), tuition assistance and dependent scholarships, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and health coaching, company-paid life insurance, tax-free Health Spending Accounts…
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