Physician Assistant - Monroe County Children's Detention Center

SUMMARY
As a Physician Assistant, you will provide comprehensive medical care within the Monroe County Children's Detention Center. This role offers a unique blend of autonomous practice, collaborative care, and program development, with the opportunity to work independently while partnering closely with nursing staff and physician leadership. Due to the independent nature of the position, prior advanced practice experience is required.

 

STATUS: Full Time (36 Hours)
LOCATION: Monroe County Children's Detention Center (Rush, NY)
SCHEDULE: Days; Monday - Friday

ATTRIBUTES

• Previous Physician Assistant experience is strongly preferred due to the independent nature of the role
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills
• Comfortable practicing independently in a highly autonomous environment
• Team-oriented and collaborative with nursing staff and physician leadership
• Experience or comfort caring for pediatric and adolescent populations
• Adaptable, self-directed, and able to thrive in a unique clinical setting
• Exceptional communication, documentation, and patient advocacy skills

OFFERINGS

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• 4 weeks of vacation, 1 week of CME
• Predictable Monday through Friday schedule
• No anticipated evenings, weekends, or call responsibilities
• Opportunity to help shape and grow an expanding program

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Provide comprehensive primary and urgent medical care services, perform physical examinations, assess and diagnose acute and chronic conditions, order appropriate diagnostic testing, and develop treatment plans for patients within the detention center setting.
• Independent Practice & Clinical Management. Function as the primary onsite advanced practice provider, utilizing sound clinical judgment and working autonomously while collaborating with the Medical Director and supervising physician as needed.
• Collaboration. Partner closely with staff to coordinate patient care, support clinical operations, and ensure continuity of services.
• Program Development. Contribute to workflow development, process improvement initiatives, and the continued expansion of healthcare services within the detention center as the partnership grows.
• Documentation & Compliance. Maintain thorough, timely, and accurate medical documentation while adhering to organizational, regulatory, and correctional healthcare standards.

EDUCATION:

BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00Rochester14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.