Physician​/Attending - Pediatric Care Center; Miami, FL

Physician/Attending - Pediatric Care Center (Miami, FL)

Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

• Applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions and treatment.
• Continues to actively self-educate (e.g., reading journals, CME credits, conferences).
• Coordinates and develops monthly in services to meet staff and resident development needs.
• Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.
• Directly provides clinical services to patients, including performing and recording history and physical examinations, interpreting patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications, ordering and performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.
• Makes suggestions to Department Director and attending staff that may improve department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing.
• Participates in teaching and is a role model for medical students and residents.
• Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Current state medical license in good standing with the medical board.
• American Heart Association BLS – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills with a commitment to academic pediatrics.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to problem solve, formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.

Job Function Health Care Provider