Pediatrician - CNPA Davis​/Clinton

Overview

Job Description - Pediatrician - CNPA Ft Davis/Clinton (250002UE)

The Pediatrician is responsible for the comprehensive care of patients in the Children’s Pediatrician & Associates practices including appropriate documentation and reporting where required and needed; supervision of assigned clinical and non-clinical staff; and participation in assigned administrative & quality improvement activities and regularly scheduled provider meetings.

• Perform patient care, including examinations, tests, reports, procedures and other functions accepted as part of the practice of medicine consistent with normally accepted standards of care.
• Perform complete physical examinations of each patient consistent with the normally accepted standard of care in the community, including examinations of the head, eyes, ears, nose, throat, abdomen, liver, spleen, and all body systems.
• Analyze reports and findings from tests and examinations to assess the patient’s medical condition, diagnose injury or illness, and formulate a prognosis.
• Perform or supervise invasive medical procedures including injections, inoculations, and vaccinations.
• Prescribe medications and treatments and recommend appropriate physical and dietary routines and methods for prevention of disease and personal hygiene.
• Provide 24/7 coverage of patient care needs for the location(s) where clinical services are performed.
• Actively participate in family-centered care and communicate professionally and compassionately; refer patients to specialists and relevant ancillary services as appropriate.
• Refer patients to specialists and coordinate patient care with consultants and ancillary services.

• Minimum Education
  :
  Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) or Medical Doctor (M.D.) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Required).
• Required Skills/Knowledge
  :
  Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment; knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care; ability to function independently and develop care plans; ability to discuss ethical concepts with patients and families; ability to supervise and train staff; ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards; commitment to continuing professional development; knowledge of and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Required Licenses and Certifications
  :
  Fully licensed and credentialed attending staff category physician on the medical staff of Children's National Medical Center; completion of residency in pediatrics;
  Board eligible or board certification in general pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics or the American Osteopathic Association.

• Commitment to World Class Care
• Perform patient care, including examinations, tests, reports, procedures and other functions accepted as part of the practice of medicine consistent with normally accepted standards of care.
• Perform complete physical examinations of each patient consistent with the normally accepted standard of care in the community.
• Analyze test findings and clinical examinations to assess medical conditions, diagnose, and formulate prognosis.
• Prescribe medications and treatments and advise on physical and dietary routines to prevent disease.
• Provide continuous 24/7 coverage of patient care needs for the location(s).
• Engage in family-centered care and coordinate referrals to specialists and ancillary services as appropriate.

• Document findings, procedures, and other information accurately in the designated electronic medical record.
• Record detailed medical histories, including chief complaints, current conditions, personal and family history in the EMR.
• Maintain records related to professional services and prepare reports, claims, and correspondence as needed.
• Provide timely reports of births, deaths, outbreaks of contagious diseases and other information required by authorities and company reporting.

• Directly supervise nurses and other personnel in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws; may include interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, appraising…