Pediatrician

Job Title: Pediatrician

Department: Health Services

Reports To: Medical Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

The Pediatrician provides direct pediatric care to the patients of the Duval Family Health Center. This position is part time and on an as needed basis. The Pediatrician is fully licensed in the State of Florida. He/she actively collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care, and maintains documentation and patient records in accordance with regulatory and Center policies.

The Pediatrician provides clinical consultation to mid level providers in pediatric care.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains productivity levels while providing quality medical care to eligible patients including diagnosis, preventative care and treatment, medication management and referrals for other services as needed

2. Promotes positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling

3. Evaluates effectiveness of treatment programs on patient progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives

4. Completes all relevant charting, documentation and follow-up. Maintains patient-related paperwork, including federal and state mandated forms, patient diagnostic records and progress notes

5. Maintains knowledge of new developments in pediatric care by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars and establishing/maintaining contact with other healthcare agencies

6. Participates in quality assurance/improvement and risk management efforts

7. May coordinate or direct employee workshops, courses or training about pediatric health issues as appropriate

8. Coordinate patient care with members of the Housing Team and other Clinic departments with a particular focus on integrated care.

9. Participate in all appropriate team meetings and required training sessions.

10. Maintain active, unrestricted MD/DO license.

11. All other duties as assigned.

RESIDENT, GUEST AND INTERNAL CUSTOMER FOCUS

The Pediatrician is sensitive to cultural, spiritual and practical needs of resident, families, guests and staff members in all interactions. He/she provides positive feedback and comments about the quality of work and effort that have been offered by patients, residents, families and coworkers, and adjusts priorities and schedules to meet specific customer needs. The Pediatrician reports and/or corrects problems related to safety, cleanliness and comfort of resident, patient and work areas, and follows Universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques.

He/she demonstrates an understanding of their role in facility safety plans and procedures related to fire, weather and other disasters.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

• Florida licensed physician (MD/DO) with current valid, unrestricted Florida medical license
• Board certification as a pediatrician
• Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in a pediatric clinical setting
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to pass a Level II Background Screening

Physical/Mental Demands &

Working Conditions:

• Transportation and valid driver's license
• Physically able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to travel locally
• Works in typical clinical setting
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds

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