Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA), PRN Correctional Health / Primary Care – Horry County Detention Center

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to provide PRN medical services within the Horry County Detention Center. This role supports the delivery of comprehensive primary and correctional health care to an incarcerated population in a structured, secure clinical environment.

About Correctional Health Services – Horry County Detention Center - The APP will provide on-site primary and correctional healthcare services to detainees housed at the Horry County Detention Center. Care is delivered in an outpatient, facility-based setting focused on medical evaluation, treatment of acute and chronic conditions, intake assessments, and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary correctional healthcare team. This position emphasizes safety, clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuity of care.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC005896 MCP - Horry County Detention Center

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to provide PRN medical services within the Horry County Detention Center. This role supports the delivery of comprehensive primary and correctional health care to an incarcerated population in a structured, secure clinical environment.

About Correctional Health Services – Horry County Detention Center

The APP will provide on-site primary and correctional healthcare services to detainees housed at the Horry County Detention Center. Care is delivered in an outpatient, facility-based setting focused on medical evaluation, treatment of acute and chronic conditions, intake assessments, and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary correctional healthcare team. This position emphasizes safety, clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuity of care.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program with current or eligible South Carolina PA licensure

Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with current or eligible South Carolina APRN licensure, as noted below:

APRN License Type/Certification (select appropriate based on patient population):

AGPNP / ANP – Adult patients (13 years to death), stable chronic disease management, primary care
FNP – Primary care across the lifespan (birth to death)
South Carolina DHEC and DEA licenses
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, occupational health, or correctional health preferred
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and secure clinical environments
Prior correctional or institutional healthcare experience preferred but not required

Position Highlights:

PRN
Outpatient, facility-based
Structured, team-based correctional healthcare setting

Clinical Responsibilities

The APP provides direct patient care including, but not limited to:

Conducting comprehensive health histories and physical examinations
Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute and chronic medical conditions
Reviewing laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic test results in accordance with scope of practice
Performing approved clinical procedures, consistent with training and credentialing, including:
- Cryotherapy
- Incision and drainage of wounds
- Simple skin biopsies
- Intramuscular, subcutaneous, and other injectable therapies
Managing intake medical evaluations and ongoing detainee health assessments
Initiating referrals to specialty care and consulting with the attending or collaborating physician as appropriate
Documenting and billing for clinical services rendered
Utilizing evidence-based clinical guidelines and current research in decision-making

Correctional Health Responsibilities

Provide timely medical assessment and treatment of detainees within a secure environment
Manage chronic disease conditions and acute medical issues common to incarcerated populations
Support continuity of care during intake, incarceration, and transition of care upon release
Ensure compliance with correctional healthcare standards and institutional protocols
Collaborate with custody staff while maintaining clinical independence and professional boundaries

Collaboration and Professional Practice

Work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, mental health professionals, and detention center leadership
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and case reviews
Support quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation initiatives
Participate in continuing education and professional development activities
May contribute to the training and mentorship of students or new staff as appropriate

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
Adhere to all regulatory, accreditation, and institutional policies
Assist with clinical policy development and quality initiatives as assigned

Skills and Competencies

Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Proficiency in EHR systems
Ability to work independently within defined protocols
Comfort practicing in a secure, correctional healthcare environment
Commitment to patient-centered care, ethics, and continuous quality improvement

Benefits and Resources for Providers

Competitive PRN compensation
Choice of W2 PRN or 1099 PRN
Epic EHR with robust clinical support and optimization
AI-enabled documentation tools integrated into Epic
Team-based care model supporting sustainable workloads and provider well-being

Additional Job Description

About MUSC

MUSC Health is South Carolina’s leading academic health system, providing patient-centered care through a statewide network of hospitals, clinics, and partnerships. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates education, research, and innovation with a strong commitment to provider support and clinical excellence.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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