Physician

Physician

Salary

$60,000.00 - $175,000.00 Annually

Location

1928 W. Pembroke Ave. Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09660

Department

City Sheriff - Jail

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

4/29/2027 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Function

The purpose of the class is to provide comprehensive medical care and clinical oversight for inmates incarcerated within the Hampton Sheriff's Office correctional facility. The incumbent evaluates and treats patients, provides emergency and urgent medical care, oversees chronic care services, supervises clinical services provided by healthcare staff, monitors outside medical referrals and non-formulary medication utilization, and ensures the quality, continuity, and appropriateness of healthcare services. The position operates within a secure correctional environment and requires compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, medical standards, correctional security requirements, and Hampton Sheriff's Office policies and procedures.

The Physician performs duties under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator and is accountable for the proper use of delegated authority.

Pursuant to §15.2-1603 of the Code of Virginia, the incumbent is appointed at-will and serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff. This position is non-exempt.

The Physician provides comprehensive medical care to inmates within the Hampton Sheriff's Office correctional facility. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating medical conditions, responding to emergencies, managing chronic care services, supervising healthcare staff, coordinating outside medical referrals, and ensuring compliance with medical standards and correctional facility policies.

Brief Summary of Typical Tasks:

• Examines, diagnoses, treats, and follows up with inmates.

• Responds to medical emergencies and provides urgent medical treatment.

• Oversees chronic care services and the clinical work of healthcare personnel.

• Coordinates medical referrals and consultations with outside healthcare providers.

• Monitors medication utilization, infection control, and quality assurance programs.

• Maintains accurate medical records and ensures patient confidentiality.

• Provides on-call medical services as required.

• Ensures compliance with medical regulations, patient rights, and correctional security procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited medical school.
• Experience in a primary care specialty is preferred.
• Administrative or clinical management experience in a correctional healthcare, institutional healthcare, or managed healthcare environment is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must possess and maintain current DEA registration.
• Must be board certified, board eligible, or otherwise qualified under applicable Virginia laws and regulations to practice medicine.
• Must maintain current CPR certification.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must successfully complete any required pre-employment physical examination and other conditions of employment established by the Hampton Sheriff's Office and the City of Hampton.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, medical licensing requirements, professional standards, Hampton Sheriff's Office policies, and correctional facility rules and regulations.

Additional Requirements:

• The incumbent must maintain professional composure and exercise sound judgment under stressful and adverse conditions, including medical emergencies, critical injuries, death, public scrutiny, and correctional facility incidents.
• The incumbent must be able to read, interpret, and apply applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, procedures, and medical directives.
• The incumbent must understand the legal rights of incarcerated individuals and maintain appropriate standards for patient safety, confidentiality, and security.
• The incumbent may be required to provide on-call medical services and respond to medical emergencies outside normal working hours.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergencies, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
• Pursuant to §15.2-1603 of the Code of Virginia, the incumbent is appointed at-will and serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff.
• This position is exempt.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergencies or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Do you have any visible tattoos on your hands, neckline or above, or face that are visible while in uniform?

• No visible tattoos in the areas listed.
• Yes, I have visible tattoos in the areas listed.

02

Do you possess a current, valid drivers license? If currently licensed outside Virginia, can you obtain a valid Virginia driver's license within 30 days of employment?

• Yes, I possess a valid Virginia driver's license.
• Yes, I possess a valid out-of-state driver's license and can obtain a Virginia driver's license within 30 days of employment.
• No, I do not currently possess a valid driver's license.

03

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school diploma/GED
• Some college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters or higher

04

Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and varying shifts?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available for on-call employment?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you at least 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without reasonable accommodations?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you experimented with any illegal drugs or substances within the last twelve months?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you worked for this agency? If yes, please provide dates, supervisors, etc. N/A if no.

10

Have you been convicted in any court of law of any criminal charge, whether felony or misdemeanor?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you been arrested or charged with any criminal offense?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you ever received a ticket or summons for any violation of traffic laws?

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever been a victim of any criminal act that was reported to legal authorities?

• Yes
• No

14

Have you ever been involved in any misconduct with an inmate or co-worker?

• Yes
• No

15

Within the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of DUI, DWI, or any serious driving-related offense?

• Yes
• No

16

Have you ever been convicted of driving with a suspended or revoked license?

• Yes
• No

17

If you answered Yes to any of the above questions, 10-16, please explain in detail: giving dates, place, charge, and final disposition. N/A if you answered no to all questions 10-16.

18

May we contact your present employer?

• Yes
• No

19

Are you able and willing to complete a pre-employment physical examination, including urinalysis and drug screening?

• Yes
• No

20

If applying for a sworn position, are you able and willing to complete a physical agility and fitness test?

• Yes
• No

21

Are you willing to take and pass a written examination assessing reading comprehension and math computation?

• Yes
• No

22

Are you willing to submit to a comprehensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination?

• Yes
• No

23

I have downloaded and completed the Authorization for Release of Information form that is required and must be turned in, in person. (If no, please download the form before completing this application.)

• Yes
• No

24

I understand that this position may be considered essential/emergency personnel for purposes of emergency/crisis management to include being "on call" or responding to emergency situations during inclement weather and/or other job-related conditions. href="> Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr