Physician Assistant

About the role

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking to hire a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care services. The selected candidate will join a staff of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other health care professionals. More information about NDCS can be found at www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For questions call 402-479-5630. For ADA accommodations, contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov. Those graduating from a PA program within the next three months are welcome to apply.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an American Medical Association approved Physician Assistant program or have passed the National Commission Certification examination; supervisory experience helpful.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working as a Physician Assistant within a clinical setting or equivalent experience; work experience as a Physician Assistant in a correctional or institutional setting.
• Current CPR/ALCS certification preferred (required within one year of hire).
• Certification and current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Nebraska. If no licensed applicants are received, applicants who will be graduating from a PA program within the next three months will be considered.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
• Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities.
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits