Urgent Care Physician

Urgent Care Physician at Unity Health Care summary :

The Urgent Care Physician at Unity at the DC Jail is responsible for diagnosing and managing urgent and emergent medical issues in a dynamic, high-paced environment. This role includes triaging patients with acute mental health problems and substance use disorders, while also responding to medical emergencies and managing chronic disease conditions. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in outpatient procedures and collaborate with custody to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff.

Unity at the DC Jail is looking for a dynamic, flexible doctor who enjoys a varied and sometimes high-paced work environment. The urgent care physician in his / her designated specialty is primarily responsible for the diagnosis and management of urgent and emergent medical problems that present to the urgent care clinic at the DC Jail. The urgent care team also triages and manages patients with acute mental health concerns, substance use disorders including acute withdrawal (experience prescribing MAT / MOUD a plus), and occasionally non-urgent conditions such as chronic disease deterioration or minor complaints. The urgent care physician responds to medical emergencies that occur within the facility and assists with intake lab review and other tasks / duties essential to maintaining the health and wellness of the resident population. Successful applicants will be skilled at common outpatient and urgent care procedures such as incision and drainage, suturing, foreign body removal and wound evaluation and initial management. Medical staff work closely with custody to ensure the health, safety and well-being of residents and staff alike. Work schedule will include some overnight and weekend shifts.

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