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PhysicianMD or NPPA Chadron NE Youth Residential Program

PsyPhyCare, Chadron, NE, United States


Opportunity
PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a

Primary Care Physician

to provide on-site medical services within a federally supported residential youth program in

Chadron, Nebraska 69337 .

Our client operates a comprehensive residential program serving young adults, ages 16–24. The program's mission is to prepare participants for meaningful employment and independent living.

This role provides direct clinical services to students and collaborates closely with residential and program staff in a structured, community-based environment.

Position Overview
This is a part-time contract position, approximately

8 hours per week

(typically one day per week).

Schedule: Monday–Friday within center operating hours

Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

No weekends required

Location: On-site in **** Chadron, NE

(no telehealth or remote option)

Scheduling flexibility is available within center operating hours to support student health needs and program operations.

Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide comprehensive on-site primary care services to enrolled students and maintain an active presence within the Health & Wellness Department.

Responsibilities include:

Conducting cursory medical evaluations, typically within 48 hours of student entry

Performing physical examinations and providing routine and preventive primary care services

Ordering, reviewing, and overseeing required entry laboratory studies, including hemoglobin or hematocrit testing, pregnancy testing, Pap smears (age-appropriate), chlamydia and gonorrhea testing, HIV testing, and urine drug screening

Administering and overseeing immunizations, including boosters for incomplete immunization series, hepatitis B vaccinations for health occupations training students, and Tuberculin skin testing (Mantoux)

Performing vision and hearing screenings

Assessing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions

Providing prescription services in coordination with nursing staff and the Center Mental Health Consultant

Coordinating care with interdisciplinary staff and referring students to off-center physician services or specialists when advanced care is required

Promoting preventive health education and wellness initiativesMaintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation and ensuring compliance with federal program standards and healthcare regulations

Upholding all professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards

Qualifications
Licensure

Candidates must hold an active and unrestricted Physician license in the State of Nebraska and be able to practice independently.

Certifications & Credentials

Current DEA registration

Current CPR/AED certification

Active malpractice/professional liability insurance and general liability insurance

Experience

Experience providing primary care services in adolescent health, family medicine, community health, or similar clinical settings preferred

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