Jail Health Physician - Short Term Temporary

Jail Health Physician - Short Term Temporary

Salary

$118.54 - $150.26 Hourly

Location

King County Correctional Facility - 500 5th Ave, Seattle, WA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2026AO27100

Department

DPH - Public Health

Division

Jail Health Services

Opening Date

05/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines

Full- or Part-Time

Part Time

• Description
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Summary

This position is open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a biweekly basis (time frame that applications will be reviewed). Applications received by May 22, 2026 will be given first consideration.

Jail Health Services - Public Health is looking for an accomplished Jail Health Physicians - STT work collaboratively with a mission-driven team to provide healthcare to patients detained in King County adult jail facilities. This is an opportunity to practice a broad scope of adult family medicine in a public health context, including acute and chronic medical problems, addiction medicine, and prenatal care. Physicians with addiction medicine interest and experience are particularly encouraged to apply. Jail Health Services Medical Provider group consists of physicians and ARNPs who provide medical services to patients in custody at the King County adult jail facilities.

JHS provides needed health and social services to the incarcerated population located in the King County jails - King County Correctional Facility (KCCF) in Seattle, WA and Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent, WA. The primary services we provide include medical, dental, mental health, social and release planning services, treatment of substance use disorders, and pharmaceutical services. We care about the patients we serve and their health outcomes. Our division includes over 250 employees and an annual budget of over $60 million.

The purpose of JHS is to assure that high-quality health and human services are available to the incarcerated population in the King County adult correctional facilities: the King County Correctional Facility (KCCF) in Seattle and the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent. The JHS vision is Opening doors to healthier, happier lives, and the mission is to assess and stabilize serious health problems for the detained population of the King County Correctional Facility and the Maleng Regional Justice Center with a focus on transition from jail.

Staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year, JHS provides a broad range of health care to all individuals booked into the jails. For patients with serious mental health or medical conditions, special housing units (psychiatric and infirmary) along with a higher level of services and medical monitoring are provided. Since the patient population varies both in numbers as well as in acuity of health conditions, staffing is adapted and flexed to meet the constantly changing needs of the population.

JHS staff manage the complex health needs of underserved populations, many of whom come to the facility without access to care in the community and with decompensated acute and chronic health conditions.

This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

Primary shift assignment for Short Term Temporary Jail Health Physicians (following orientation) is weekend/holiday day shift at the downtown jail facility in Seattle. Short Term Temporary Jail Health Physicians should be able to work four shifts on average per month.

Work Location

King County Correctional Facility: 500 5th Ave, Seattle WA 98104

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Job Duties

• Diagnose, manage, educate and counsel residents on a broad scope of personal health care issues; manage care provided to patients with complex medical problems.
• Perform minor surgical procedures, order medications and make referrals for specialty services when necessary.
• Provide womens health care services, including gynecologic examination and prenatal care.
• Provide care to patients in medical emergencies, including necessary support to maintain life and stabilize conditions.
• Document all medical evaluations, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, treatment outcomes, referrals and consultations.
• Participate in training other staff on clinical and procedural topics and provide technical consultation to other providers and nursing staff.
• Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment guidelines and service delivery models.
• Work with others within the program to assure compliance with NCCHC standards and subsequent accreditation.
• Participate in internal and external committees to maintain appropriate standards of care.
• Collaborate with health care team to assure smooth clinic flow.
• Participate in rotating call coverage for the medical provider team.
• Provide testimony when required in various legal proceedings.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Ideal Candidate:

• Graduation from an accredited medical school and residency program.
• Applicants must be board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine. If not certified, incumbents must become certified within 2 years of hire.
• A Washington State Medical License must be obtained prior to hiring
• National Provider Identification (NPI) number required prior to hiring.
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration required prior to hiring.
• Documentation of current BLS CPR certification with AED training required prior to credentialing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary care team and with a patient panel with diverse cultures and socio-economic background.
• Valid Washington State drivers license or have the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; applicant must be comfortable with use of electronic health records and be proficient with data entry using a keyboard.

Desired Candidate:

• Two years of experience providing adult primary care, including womens health care preferred.
• Lived participatory community experience with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color strongly preferred
• Experience managing substance use disorders including treatment of withdrawal syndromes and use of medications for opioid use disorder strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in language other than English preferred.
• Experience in correctional health care environment preferred.

Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington States best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Who May Apply

Whoever qualifies for the role

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NEOGOV Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

(Please note: Additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above).

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR (if applicable).
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. (and Pre-employment Physical, if applicable).
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Additional Information

Public Health - Jail Health Services follows and maintains federal and state requirements standards including, but not limited to, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards which apply to all public and private institutions that house adult or juvenile offenders. PREA standards preclude the department from hiring or promoting anyone who has engaged in, or been convicted of any conduct which would violate PREA standards related to sexual assault including:

• Sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution.
• Convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or,
• Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

Additionally, PREA standards require that the department consider any incidents of sexual harassment involving an inmate or detainee in determining whether or not to hire or promote anyone.

The above is in compliance with PREA and its implementing regulations, 28 C.F.R. Part 115, Subpart A, Section 115.17, Hiring and Promotion Decisions.

Union Membership

Non-represented

Contact

For more information about the application process please contact Alexis Owens at Alowens@kingcounty.gov

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

01

Have you ever been subject to review, challenges, and/or disciplinary action, formal or informal, by an ethics committee, licensing board, medical disciplinary board or related professional association which would also include those that are pending? If yes, please explain in full detail including state. If not applicable, please put N/A

02

Are you willing to provide options counseling to pregnant people, including referrals for obstetric care, adoption services, and termination?

• Yes
• No

03

This position requires CPR/BLS certification for healthcare providers prior to hire. If you have this certification, please upload it to your application. Select from the following choices:

• I DO have a CPR/BLS for healthcare providers and I DID attach it to my application materials.
• I DO have a CPR/BLS certification but I DID NOT attach it to my application materials but WILL be able to provide it prior to hire.
• I DO NOT have a CPR/BLS for healthcare providers certification but I WILL be able to obtain one prior to hire.
• I DO NOT have a CPR/BLS certification and I WILL NOT be able to obtain one prior to hire.

04

Do you possess a National Provider Identification (NPI) number? Please note - an NPI is required prior to hiring.

• Yes
• No

05

Are you registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)? Please note - registration is required prior to hiring.

• Yes
• No

06

In what specialty are you board certified or board eligible? Please provide your medical license and issuing state. Both pieces of information must be provided, or your application will be rejected as incomplete.

07

What electronic health records systems are you proficient in using? Please provide your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

08

How recently have you provided primary medical care in a clinical setting?

• Currently providing
• Within the last year
• Within the last 1 to 2 years
• More than 2 years ago
• No experience

09

How recently have you provided gynecological medical care in a clinical setting?

• Currently providing
• Within the last year
• Within the last 1 to 2 years
• More than 2 years ago
• No experience

10

How many years have you provided gynecological medical care in a clinical setting?

• Under 1 year or no experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 or more years

11

How recently have you provided prenatal medical care in a clinical setting?

• Currently providing
• Within the last year
• Within the last 1 to 2 years
• More than 2 years ago
• No experience

12

How many years of experience do you have providing prenatal medical care in a clinical setting?

• Under 1 year or no experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 or more years

13

Please indicate how many years of experience medically managing substance use disorders and/or withdrawal syndromes?

• Under 1 year or no experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 or more years

14

In which settings have you medically managed substance use disorders and/or withdrawal syndromes?

• Hospital or Inpatient Treatment Center
• Outpatient Treatment Center
• Outpatient Primary Care Clinic
• Correctional Facility
• No Experience

15

How many years of experience do you have providing medical care in a locked correctional facility?

• No experience
• Under 1 year of experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years of experience

16

Are you multilingual? If so, what language(s) are you proficient in reading, writing and speaking?

17

For this position, we asked you to attach a letter of interest. Did you attach a letter of interest to your application? Please note - Not attaching a letter of interest will disqualify your application from being considered further. For your letter of interest please speak to why you are interested in working with vulnerable and marginalized populations related to this body of work.

• Yes
• No

18

The work hours for this position include an average of four weekend/holiday 06:30a.m. to 2:30pm shifts per month at King County Correctional Facility in Seattle. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

19

Are you applying to this position as an eligible Priority Placement Program Participant who is a current or previous King County Employee impacted by layoff? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

20

If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff

Required Question

Employer King County

Address King Street Center

201 South Jackson Street

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Phone 206-477-3404

Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/