Pediatrician

The Pediatrician will provide comprehensive medical care to patients up to age 18 in a community oriented setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care in the outpatient Rural Health Clinic as well as on-call obligations for the Critical Access Hospital. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our young patients and their families.

New graduates encouraged to apply!

• 1.0
  
  FTE
• Rural Health Clinic Outpatient - 4 Day Clinic Week
• Mon-Fri
• Pediatric Call Shifts Expected

• Competitive Compensation
• Sign-On Bonus up to $25,000 (Depending on Experience and Certifications)
• Robust Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more)
• 30 Days of All Time Off
• 9 Days of CME Allowance
• Production Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Collegial Support and Team-Based Approach with a Pediatric FNP and Family Medicine and Women's Health provider groups.

• Provide routine and preventive health care for children, infants and adolescents up to age 18, including physical examinations, immunizations, and developmental assessments.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections in pediatric patients.
• Monitor patients' health status, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and provide ongoing support to promote disease control and quality of life.
• Educate patients and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Offer patient-centered education and counseling on various health-related topics, empowering patients and their families to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team for patients with complex medical needs, and advocate for continuity of care to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide Critical Access Hospital Pediatric coverage, which includes 24-hour call responsibilities. This encompasses managing newborn resuscitation, pediatric critical illness stabilization and transfer, and hospital admission with comprehensive inpatient care.
• Participate in coverage of the "Kids Care Line," which answers family phone calls from the clinic.
• Provide leadership and updates in pediatric care, including immunization standards, to family practitioners and others caring for children.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in community outreach programs to promote pediatric health and wellness.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay current with pediatric best practices and guidelines.
• Attend clinical services and hospital meetings as required by Livingston Health Care Medical Staff Bylaws
• Participate actively in Livingston Health Care’s quality assurance programs to maintain and enhance the standard of care.
• Engage in the peer review process to contribute to ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with annual education requirements and regulatory standards.

• Valid state medical license to practice in Montana or ability to obtain licensure
• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• DEA registration and other necessary certifications for practice.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and community health.
• Excellent communication, community leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.