Pediatrician

Integrated Clinical Services

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission:
We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and prompt health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values:
Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

As a Pediatric Physician specializing in primary medical care, your role is crucial in providing professional and comprehensive healthcare services to a diverse patient population, including refugees and individuals from low-income groups. Here are key responsibilities and considerations for your role:

• Comprehensive Primary Care:
• Provide comprehensive primary medical care to pediatric patients, addressing a wide range of health concerns and conditions.
• Conduct thorough physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
• Preventive Healthcare:
• Emphasize and implement preventive healthcare measures to promote the overall well-being of pediatric patients.
• Administer vaccinations, conduct screenings, and provide guidance on healthy lifestyle choices.
• Therapeutic Relationship:
• Establish and maintain a therapeutic and trusting relationship with patients and their families, fostering effective communication and collaboration in the decision-making process.
• Cultural Competence:
• Demonstrate cultural competence in your interactions with patients from diverse backgrounds, recognizing and respecting their unique cultural and linguistic needs.
• Tailor your approach to care, considering the cultural context and potential challenges faced by refugees and low-income populations.
• Access to Healthcare:
• Advocate for and facilitate access to healthcare services for patients in underserved communities, including those with limited financial resources.
• Collaborate with community organizations to address barriers to healthcare access and improve the overall health of vulnerable populations.
• Health
  
  Education:
• Educate patients and their families about preventive measures, proper nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Provide guidance on managing chronic conditions and support families in making informed decisions about their child's health.
• Collaborative Care:
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, and other specialists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Participate in case conferences and share insights to provide the best possible care for patients.
• Continuing Professional Development:
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric medicine through continuous learning, attending conferences, and participating in relevant professional development activities.
• Maintain licensure and certifications, ensuring that you are well-equipped to provide high-quality care.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, you contribute significantly to the health and well-being of pediatric patients, particularly those in vulnerable populations. Your emphasis on preventive care and health promotion plays a key role in creating a healthier community for all.

As the Physician you will:

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions according to scope of practice to include conducting a comprehensive health assessment of the patient's medical history by conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, devising a course of treatment, discussing alternative treatment, risk and benefits of treatment, prescribing and monitoring medications, appropriate counseling of patient and reassessment of the patient at appropriate intervals.
• Utilize panel based information technology tools to prioritize and direct proactive care for patients assigned to provider panels including preventive health screening and chronic disease care management.
• Follow-up on utilization issues (ED, hospital admissions).
• Maintain training on new or updated systems and processes to support…