OPPORTUNITY

PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking to fill a position and contract part-time with a Primary Care, ED, Urgent Care or Family Practice Physician for a Federally supported client in Carville, LA. 70721.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

3.5 Hours per week. Wednesdays (time slot negotiable). The Facility is open Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. with the weekends off.

ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

· Cursory medical evaluation by a qualified health professional (usually within 48 hours of the student’s entry)

· Entrance physical examination by a qualified health professional (usually within 14 days after entry using approved history and physical forms)

· Required entry laboratory studies

· Hemoglobin or hematocrit

· Pregnancy test (all females), Pap smear (all females > 21 year of age)

· Chlamydia and gonorrhea testing

· HIV testing

· Urine drug screen

· Immunizations, to include boosters for incomplete immunization series, and hepatitis B vaccine for health occupations training students, Tuberculin skin test (Mantoux)

· Vision and hearing screening

· Referral to off-center physician services for detailed specialized assessment as needed

· Prescription services in coordination with the Center Mental Health Consultant

(full scope of work available for interested candidates)

QUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

  • Ability to practice independently
  • Licensed with the state of Louisiana
  • Malpractice/professional liability insurance and general liability insurance
  • Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  • CPR/AED