ON-CALL Pediatric Surgeon
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Doctor/Physician
Medical Doctor, Healthcare Consultant
Minimum Qualifications
Degree / Education / Certification
The Physician shall have successfully completed:
An accredited Undergraduate Program
Medical School (M.D. or D.O.)
Internship
Residency Program
Eligible candidates shall be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Surgery
by the American Board of Surgery.
Must maintain current:
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)(if required by the client)
A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience
within the preceding
three (3) years
in the specialty of Pediatric Surgery.
Possession of a
valid, unrestricted medical license
in at least one (1) U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth.Physician must, at minimum, be
Board Eligible
.
The Contractor Health Care Provider (HCP) shall:
Be able to
read, write, speak, and understand English
sufficiently to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff.
Be knowledgeable in
medical equipment and supply terminology
, with skills sufficient to identify, utilize, and instruct others in proper use.
Demonstrate skill in
patient education
, including motivating patients and family members in self-care and recovery processes.
Possess knowledge and skills necessary to provide care across all age-related populations, including
infants, children, and adolescents
, and demonstrate understanding of
growth and development principles
.
Be a
United States citizen
.
Maintain a
current DEA registration number
.
Demonstrate competency in
patient interviewing, examination, assessment, diagnosis, and management
of general medical and surgical conditions.
Manage seriously ill patients through consultation with or referral to appropriate specialists.
Reside within a 65-mile radius of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC).
The On-Call Pediatric Surgeon shall provide comprehensive pediatric surgical services in accordance with Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) policies, standing orders, and clinical protocols, including but not limited to:
Perform the
full range of general pediatric surgical services
.
Obtain patient histories and conduct comprehensive examinations.
Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including laboratory and imaging.
Diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate medications, diets, and treatment plans.
Supervise and collaborate with nursing and clinical staff.
Operate under the general professional supervision of the
Chief of Pediatric Surgical Services
.
Provide recommendations regarding policy and program improvements related to pediatric surgical services.
Conduct inpatient rounds as required.
Provide consultation and serve in a
teaching capacity
for MTF staff and clinic personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and patient records.
Provide expert opinions upon request by supervising physicians.
Complete
Fitness for Duty Evaluations
IAW AR 40-501 and all Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) documentation.
Provide medical care during assigned duty hours, including routine call coverage and emergency response, and complete all chart within
72 hours
IAW Joint Commission guidelines.
Perform additional administrative and clinical functions as required, including schedule management, consult review, peer reviews, staff meetings, equipment oversight, compliance with SOPs, and mandatory training.
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