Pediatric Hospitalist

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Time Type: Full time

Hours per Pay Period: 80

Shift: As Assigned

Minimum: Depending on Experience

Maximum: Depending on Experience(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position)

Department: Physicians

Job Description: Pediatric Hospitalist Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Physician responsible for diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients throughout the hospital including the acute care areas, ICU and newborn nursery. Responsible for coordinating care for wide range of conditions affecting hospitalized patients ages 17 and under. Responsible for responding to pediatric emergencies across the hospital and in ambulatory settings within the hospital. Responsible for well baby exam and directing care of newborns in the Family Birth Center.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examines, diagnosis and provides broad scope of treatment for pediatric disease processes
• Performs patient examination, obtains the records of pertinent medical history, subjective and objective findings
• Interprets and integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan
• Administers prescribed medications and compliance within the state law and practice guidelines
• Instructs patient and family regarding treatments, and medications
• Orders and preforms appropriate medical procedures in accordance with the state law practice guidelines
• Educates patients regarding health, illness prevention, and healing. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information, documenting clearly and concisely
• Triage patient telephone calls, providing consultation as needed
• Documents all patient care within the electronic medical record and completes all necessary tasks in compliance with Bay Area Hospital standards

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Remains current with CME activity. Must meet organizational CME requirements, board certification, and compliance with all Bay Area rules and continuing privileges without restriction
• Keeps all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted
• Communicates effectively with colleagues, patients and administration
• Maintains quality of clinical practice by selecting appropriate avenues for professional growth

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Meets criteria for medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges

EXPERIENCE

• Meets criteria for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: none

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, bend, reach and stretch frequently
• Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond to quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs
• Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision
• Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination and ability to grasp and handle objects
• Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair
• May require ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone
• May require periodic use of personal computer

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Remains current with CME…