Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Vitara Clinics

Federal Primary Care Physician-Part-Time (MD/DO)

Career Insights for Family / General Practitioner

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Illinois data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

A Family or General Practitioner provides primary medical care for families and patients of all ages, including diagnosis, treatment and preventative care. Treats illnesses and helps patients to manage complex or chronic diseases. Works in a private practice or outpatient clinical setting. Works to meet the medical needs of communities that are less well served by hospitals.

$212,205 / year median in Illinois

+4% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Pay:
$145-$160 per hour
Schedule:
Approximately 20 hours per week, typically over two weekdays
Assignment:
1099 Part-time contract; onsite in Marion, IL 62959 Anticipated start: November 2026
Duration:
Expected 12-month assignment with a possible 12-month extension About the Opportunity We are seeking a Primary Care Physician to provide comprehensive care to adult patients at a federal correctional facility in Marion, Illinois. In this role, you will evaluate and treat acute and chronic conditions, manage ongoing care, and collaborate with facility healthcare staff in a secure clinical environment. The anticipated two-day weekday schedule offers an opportunity for physicians seeking part-time clinical work. Schedule and Work Setting Typically two onsite weekdays per week, with approximately 10 clinical hours per scheduled day Scheduled Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays A 30-minute unpaid meal period each scheduled day Fully onsite; no remote or telehealth option Scheduling may change based on facility needs. Hours are estimated and not guaranteed. Assignment duration and any extension depend on facility requirements and contract funding. What You'll Do Perform physical examinations and document comprehensive medical and social histories. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions. Order and review laboratory studies and diagnostic tests. Prescribe and manage medications within approved clinical privileges. Develop treatment and follow-up plans, including referrals to specialists and outside hospitals when medically necessary. Coordinate patient care with facility clinical and administrative staff. Complete electronic medical records by the end of each workday and prepare clinical reports, evaluations, and treatment recommendations. Follow applicable federal regulations, privacy requirements, accepted medical standards, and facility policies, including safety, security, and professional-conduct requirements. Required Qualifications MD or DO degree Current, active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States Ability to meet facility medical credentialing and privileging requirements Ability to pass a federal Public Trust background investigation and correctional-facility security screening Ability to meet applicable federal residency and facility-access requirements Successful completion of tuberculosis and communicable-disease screening Strong clinical judgment and ability to practice independently Proficiency with electronic medical records and strong documentation and communication skills Ability to provide professional care to an adult correctional patient population Preferred Qualifications Board certification or board eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Experience in primary care, correctional health, institutional healthcare, or care for underserved populations Current DEA registration Current BLS or ACLS certification Experience working in a secure clinical environment
Pay:
$145.00 - $160.00 per hour
License/Certification:
Board certification/eligibility in family/internal medicine (Required) Current DEA registration (Required)
Work Location:
In person