Pediatrician

Job Description

*Division: Clinical*

*Department: Clinical*

*Position Title: Pediatrician*

*Report To: Chief Medical Officer*

*FLSA: Exempt*

*DESCRIPTION*

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatrician to join our team of healthcare professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. As a pediatrician, you will play a crucial role in the health and well-being of our youngest patients, from infancy through adolescence. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, providing preventive care, and educating families on healthy habits.

Our ideal candidate is not only medically skilled but also possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to build trusting relationships with children and their parents. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of nurses, medical assistants, and specialists to deliver high-quality care tailored to each child’s specific needs. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in community outreach programs designed to promote pediatric health awareness.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development, making this position an ideal fit for dedicated individuals passionate about pediatric medicine. If you have the enthusiasm and commitment to make a difference in children’s lives, we encourage you to apply for this important position in our healthcare facility.

*BENEFITS *

Competitive salary. Employer paid-Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Generous paid time off and parental leave. Retirement savings plan with employer matching. Continuing education support and professional development opportunities

*SUMMARY*

The Physician provides medical care in all aspects of medical care at the centers. Ensures the delivery of the highest level of quality care in the most cost-effective way. Works with the Chief Medical Officer to identify opportunities to better serve the communities.

The Pediatrician at United Health Centers (UHC) will deliver the full range of ambulatory primary care services, including diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness in pediatrics, preventative care, well child care, minor surgical procedures, and occasional medical emergencies. They are responsible for seeing their scheduled patients as well as walk-ins and add-ons, providing coverage during the operating hours of the Center, providing telephone consultation as needed, performing administrative tasks associated with the provision of medical care, participating in quality improvement activities and providing community service. Pediatricians are expected to manage pediatrics patients and their conditions within the scope of their training and approved privileges.

*REQUIREMENTS*

· Education/Board Certification: Primary source verified Doctor of Medicine or Doctor Degree from an accredited university/ college and completed residency. All medical providers shall be board certified in pediatrics or board eligible with certification pending.

· North Carolina license to practice as a physician with specialization in pediatrics is required and must be kept current.

· Controlled Substance Registration Certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA certificate”) is required and must be kept current.

· NC privilege license is required by the state of NC and must be posted in the provider’s office.

· Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required and should be renewed every 2 years.

*RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES*

· Works with Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Practice Manager to reach individual provider and center productivity goals. Measures: 100% productivity goal met.

· Works to optimize patient satisfaction for the site. Measures: Patient satisfaction scores compared to PHS and CHC benchmarks.

· Conduct routine check-ups and assessments of children’s health and development.

· Diagnose and treat various medical conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents.

· Administer vaccinations and perform preventive health screenings as needed.

· Collaborate with parents and caregivers to develop and implement treatment plans and health strategies.

· Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations.

· Provide guidance on nutrition, exercise, and overall wellness for children and families.

· Advocate for the health needs of children within the community and participate in outreach programs.

· Assesses individual patient conditions utilizing centers observation, medical record, verbal information and interaction with patient/family.

· Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.

· Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age groups served: Pediatric.

· Demonstrates the ability to utilize medical knowledge and sound judgment to appropriately diagnose and treat patients according to the patient’s age, within scope of training and approved privileges.

· Utilizes medical knowledge and sound judgment to appropriately prescribe medications, within scope of training and approved privileges.

· Thoroughly documents the patient encounter in a legible, comprehensive and accurate manner utilizing CFMC approved formats and updates pertinent medical record forms, within 24 hours of the patient encounter.

· Appropriately refers patients for subspecialty care as needed.

· Expedites patient flow by seeing patients as assigned (including add-ons and walk-ins).

· Reviews and signs dictated notes, lab test results, consult reports, and all other patient information, and takes appropriate action, according to United Health Centers (UHC) protocols within established timeframes.

· Assesses the patient’s ability to learn. Selects appropriate teaching method based on age, learning ability, and other pertinent factors.

· Explains procedures, treatments, medication usage as appropriate.

· Documents teaching and patient/family response to such in the patient medical record.

· Performs medical procedures, treatments, and tests using skilled technique and following all prescribed safety regulations to ensure accurate results.

· Routinely takes precautions relative to age, medical history, condition of patient, and type of treatment being given.

· Operates equipment accurately to perform procedure, making adjustments as needed and timing equipment usage properly.

· Monitors course of procedure to ensure desired therapeutic or diagnostic results are obtained and modify as needed.

· Provides for patient’s physical needs during procedures to ensure continued comfort and safety.

· Inspects equipment to ensure its proper functioning.

· Monitors environment to ensure safety.

· Reports equipment malfunctions, safety hazards and incidents promptly to appropriate person.

· Consistently follows all safety policies and procedures.

· Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment appropriately.

· Maintains professional demeanor in all interactions with patients and clinical staff.

· Functions independently and completes assignments with minimal supervision.

· Adapts to changes in the work environment.

· Maintains acceptable attendance record.

· Observes work schedule by being punctual for shift, observing designated break schedule, and not leaving work area while on duty.

· Adheres to all applicable Center and department rules, policies and procedures.

· Participates in continuing education, in-services, clinical staff development and meetings.

· Has completed annual retraining to include blood borne pathogens, age specific and cultural competency, and safety.

· Responds positively to constructive criticism from supervisors.

· Prioritizes and plans work activities to achieve maximum efficiency.

· Meets productivity standards.

· Strives to improve productivity.

· Organize job functions and work area to effectively complete assignments.

· Manage resources efficiently and works to reduce costs and improve quality.

*PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORKING CONDITIONS*

Vision of at least 20/40 with correction; hearing sufficient to converse over the telephone without misunderstanding and to understand conversation spoken in a normal voice, ability to speak intelligibly and clearly; fine motor skills sufficient to perform physical examinations and minor surgical procedures, write correspondence and fill out necessary paperwork; ability to walk or otherwise move down hallways and through doorways without assistance and must be capable of rapid locomotion in case of emergency (100 feet in 25 seconds or less).

Centers environment with exposure to chemicals, pathogens and patient body fluids.

*United Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $210,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 403(b) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Loan forgiveness
* Malpractice insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:
* Winston-Salem, NC 27127 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Winston-Salem, NC 27127: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person