Pediatrician

Job Description

*JOB TITLE:* Pediatrician

*CLASSIFICATION:* Exempt

*LOCATION:* MEHOP Medical Clinic, Bay City, TX

*REPORTS TO:* CEO, MEHOP

*JOB SUMMARY:*

A licensed medical doctor who specializes in the care of infants, children and adolescents. Responsible for assessing and treating infants and children suffering from medical diseases and disorders, performs regular checkups to ensure good health, and track their growth. Supervises medical staff in clinical activities, member of the Medical Peer Review Committee, the QI/QA Committee, Compliance Performance Improvement Committee and reports to the CEO and Board of Directors any negative issues of compliance or review. Acts as liaison between MEHOP and the local medical community. Coordinates services provided by sub-contract medical groups.

*JOB DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

· Examines infant and youth patients and performs diagnostic tests to obtain a medical diagnosis.

· Tracks childhood development and growth

· Assess and record patient history

· Treats patients with minor illnesses, injuries, medical disorders, chronic health problems and issues with growth and development.

· Monitors a patient’s condition and re-evaluates treatments when necessary.

· Advises parents or guardians regarding child health issues such as diet, exercise, hygiene, and disease prevention.

· Refers patients to other specialists when necessary.

· Coordinates with other staff involved with medical treatment.

· Plans and implements health programs within businesses, schools, hospitals and the community at large.

· Assists in developing and implementing medical care policies and procedures to ensure compliance with existing standards, practices and Federal regulations.

· Leads clinical staff in achieving compliance with federal, state and private foundation grants.

· Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement committee to maintain Patient-Centered Medical Home certification.

· Participates in efforts to improve clinical efficiency and leads clinical team in achieving new standards of performance.

· Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates activities of clinical staff.

· Participates in the coordination of community agencies and/or resources in providing continuity of care.

· Obtains courtesy privileges at Matagorda Regional Hospital in order to consult with physicians and specialists for referral and follow-up of patient care.

· Directs and participates in the continuing education of the medical staff.

· Assists with overall coordination and administration of center health care services and activities including clinical indicators, health care plan and quality assurance.

· Strives to be an advocate for MEHOP in the local communities and participates in outreach activities after hours and on weekends.

· On-call access by telephone after hours and weekends.

· Some educational/conference travel.

· Supervises Mid-Level Providers

*JOB REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATION:*

· Medical physician currently licensed to practice in the State of Texas, graduate of formal accredited medical school and board certified to practice.

· Possesses good organizational skills, high ethical standards, well-organized, self-directed, team leader.

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels in the organization.

· Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks and respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.

· Consumer advocate for quality health care and services.

· Responsible for performance evaluations of the health care team and staff under his/her direct supervision.

*BENEFITS: *Malpractice insurance provided as MEHOP is a covered entity under the Federal Tort Claims Act (“FTCA”), performance bonus, health and life insurance, paid holidays, sick days.

*SALARY: *Commensurate with experience.

*EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEMENT:* MEHOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which MEHOP is firmly bound. MEHOP will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with MEHOP on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $190,000.00 – $205,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance

License/Certification:
* Medical License (Required)

Work Location: In person