What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician (Medical Officer) - Direct Hire position at Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Prisons?
Physician (Medical Officer) - Direct Hire
Multiple Locations
Application Close Date
Sep 30, 2026
Grade
GP 13 - 15
Salary Range
$124,308.00 to $315,000.00
This job is open to
Career Transition
Open to the public
Key Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is Required.
See Special Conditions of Employment Section
Selective Service Requirement: Go to: https://www.sss.gov
Travel Required
Occasional travel
Telework eligible
No
Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Duties
Provides specialized medical services to outpatients and provides medical care to inpatients in institutions with an inpatient mission. Performs complete physical examinations. Collects comprehensive medical and social history to include a review of all body systems. Performs physical assessment in correlation with historical findings, records preliminary objective findings. Examines and orders appropriate diagnostic testing and provides necessary treatment and/or medications as required. Makes recommendations on matters of policy, procedures, training, personnel, and equipment as related to specific area of responsibility. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff's correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.
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Salary : $124,308 - $315,000