Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Are you a skilled Family Medicine NP or PA with experience in emergency care or acute settings? This is a unique opportunity to practice in a correctional facility setting in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, providing critical care during night shifts while supporting a high-impact, underserved population.

Join a dynamic team where your expertise in emergency medicine and acute care will directly impact patient outcomes in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Position Overview:

• ️ ️ Role: Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Location: Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh, PA
• ️ Schedule:
  • Thursday Saturday, 6 PM 6 AM
  • Every other Wednesday, 6 PM 6 AM
  • Overtime available after 80 hours per 2-week period
• Minimum commitment: 2 weeks/month (full-time strongly preferred)
• ️ Credentialing timeframe: days; provider may work during credentialing

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess individuals entering the jail during night shifts
• Provide initial treatment for acute and chronic medical conditions
• Supervise initiation of detox treatment for newly incarcerated individuals by substance use specialist nurses
• Evaluate and manage urgent or emergent medical issues as they arise
• Maintain accurate documentation in TechCare EMR

Requirements & Certifications:

• Active Pennsylvania license
• Board Certified in Family Medicine
• Night shift experience strongly preferred
• Required certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pennsylvania DEA Certification

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Work in a unique, challenging, and rewarding correctional facility environment
• Night shift schedule ideal for experienced acute care providers
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on an underserved population ️
• Full-time or part-time flexibility with overtime opportunities
• Ability to start while credentialing is in process

Ideal Candidate:

• NP or PA with emergency medicine or acute care experience
• Comfortable working independently in a high-acuity, correctional setting
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Compassionate, adaptable, and able to handle urgent situations calmly

Ready to Make an Impact?
This is a rare and high-priority opportunity for skilled NPs/PAs to work in an acute care night shift setting. Reach out today to secure your spot and start making a difference!