Physician Assistant - Miami, FL

Physician Assistants (PAs) Needed at Federal Detention Center Miami

Wander Staffing is seeking three (3) PAs to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care for the inmate population at the Federal Detention Center (FDC) Miami in Miami, Florida.

LOCATION

• FDC Miami, 33 NE 4th St, Miami, FL 33132
• On-site in the Health Services Department

COMPENSATION

• Hourly rate: $75/hr
• W2 position
• If you arrive but can't work because of a delay (weather, equipment problems, security issues), you're paid a minimum of one hour.
• The one-time orientation (about 4 hours) is paid at the hourly rate

SCHEDULE

• Mon-Fri, 6:00 am-2:30 pm (8 hours/day), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch
• 40 hrs/week
• Paid Federal Holidays

CONTRACT DETAILS

• Anticipated start Dec 2026 or Jan 2027
• 5-year contract (Note: the duration is a contract between us and the Government. Like any other job, if life means you must leave, you just give us 60-day notice).

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• PA
• Must be licensed in the State of FL
• U.S. citizen or national, or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship
• Lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years (or worked for the U.S. government abroad, or were a dependent of someone who did)
• Able to pass a drug screening, law enforcement background check, fingerprinting, credit check, and Public Trust background investigation
• Correctional experience desirable, not required

DUTIES

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care for the inmate population
• Take medical histories, examine patients, and order and interpret labs and x-rays
• Diagnose, create treatment plans, and prescribe medications
• Manage injuries (suturing, splinting, immobilizing) and perform minor surgery under local anesthesia
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide a wide range of emergency services when the physician is not present
• Manage daily clinic operations and run daily sick call
• Record progress notes, recommend outside consults when clinically necessary, and counsel patients
• Recognize early signs of serious physical, emotional, or mental health problems
• Work with staff and consulting physicians to plan, evaluate, and revise program plans

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently
• Attend a one-time orientation (about 4 hours) before starting
• Sign in and out, and wear your issued badge at all times
• Professional attire or scrubs, plus your own white lab coat. No jeans, T-shirts, sandals, tank tops, or sweats
• Contract staff do not supervise inmates or BOP staff, take part in inmate counts, handle supply requests, write policy, or attend staff meetings
• Keep all medical records and inmate information confidential (Privacy Act)

HOW TO APPLY

• Interested and qualified PAs are submitted with our proposal, and the Government selects its preferred NPs and PAs as part of the award process
• Please email the items below to Cierra Cole at [email protected] by November 2, 2026:
  • CV
  • NP/PA License
  • Diploma
  • BLS
  • CME transcripts or available certificates
• Questions? Call Cierra direct at 281-633-6559

Wander Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

To learn more about Wander Staffing, please visit: https://wanderstaffing.com