University Hospitals

Physician - Pediatrics (Comprehensive Peds) St. John UHMP-66546

University Hospitals$180K — $220K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license.
  • Appointment level at CWRU SOM based on experience.
  • Fellowship training in relevant specialties is required.
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical medical standards.
  • Ability to maintain safety and infection control standards.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Experience with EPIC preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide and manage direct patient care including examinations and assessments.
  • Prescribe medications and treatment regimens based on medical conditions.
  • Refer patients to specialists and coordinate care components.
  • Supervise and train medical students and residents in specialty procedures.
  • Manage daily operations of medical programs or patient care units as needed.
  • Direct patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
  • Adhere to policies and participate in quality improvement and health promotion activities.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Opportunity for faculty appointment at a prestigious medical institution.
  • Access to vibrant community and cultural resources in Cleveland.
  • Supportive environment for research and educational activities.
Full Job Description
Position Location: St. John Medical Center, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time Physician
Specialty: Comprehensive Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics at University Hospitals St. John Medical Center is in search of a Physician to help continue with our excellent patient care. Appointment at the level of Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or full Professor is available commensurate with experience. Compensation is highly competitive.

What You Will Do
  • Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
  • Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
  • Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
  • Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
  • May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
  • Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
  • Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
  • As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
  • Maintain department productivity thresholds.
  • Maintain faculty status in good standing with the CWRU SOM (if applicable).
  • Adhere to core physician obligations as outlined in the Physician Policy Manual.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.


Qualifications:
Education
  • Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license (Required)
  • Appointment with CWRU SOM at the level commensurate with experience (Required)

Work Experience
  • Fellowship Training in some specialties (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. (Required proficiency)
  • Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise. (Required proficiency)
  • Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. (Required proficiency)
  • Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. (Required proficiency)
  • Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. (Required proficiency)
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Experience using EPIC (Preferred proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications
  • State of Ohio and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty. (Required)

Physical Demands

  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

  • 10%

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