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Advanced Practice Professional (NP/PA) (77294)
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$123,065 / year median in Illinois
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Taylorville Correctional Center in Taylorville, Illinois. Rates start at $68.31 per hour, higher with Experience $5,000 Sign-on Bonus The NP/PA works under the supervision of a physician in a correctional environment and is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management. This includes collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, performing assessments, diagnosing patients, and medication management. Some of the unique benefits of correctional healthcare include: A clinically interesting, diverse patient population in a secure and structured setting Freedom from insurance, coding and reimbursement hassles Ability to spend time with your patients. No more cancellations or "no shows" Salary is consistent and is not based on patient volume Providers are not required to sign employment contracts or non-compete agreements Active, unrestricted Illinois NP/PA license Ability to pass background check 2+ years experience working as an NP/PA Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Paid Malpractice Much more...
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Bonuses/Stipends