Pediatrician

Pediatrician

Join our dynamic team as a Pediatrician under the general supervision of the Chief Medical Officer. This position provides primary care to patients ranging in age from birth to 21 years and works as part of a care team that practices evidence-based medicine in a Patient-Centered Medical Home model of care. The role includes clinical leadership and supervision of mid-level providers.

Job Description

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for pediatric patients.
• Obtains and documents appropriate chief complaint, past medical, family and social history, review of systems, examination, medications and allergies, assessment and plan for each patient within the electronic medical record.
• Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals within electronic medical record as per policy.
• Reviews ancillary test results and coordinates notification to the patient as per policy.
• Educates parents of pediatric patients in disease management and prevention.
• Completes appropriate chart documentation within EHR to comply with insurance and reimbursement guidelines.
• Completes all required documentation within EHR in a timely manner as per policy.
• Participates in on-call pediatric schedule.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Supervises assigned mid-level providers in the conduct of clinical care and delegates authority when and where needed.
• Reviews patient charts of any assigned mid-level provider to check for quality of care.
• Works with other clinical staff to establish clinical protocols and measures.
• Reviews mid-level patient medical records as per policy.
• Follows established agency policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Establishes, strengthens, and negotiates relationships between the health center and other clinicians, provider organizations, and providers in this marketplace.
• Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements.
• Attends all staff and provider meetings as requested.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Supports the mission of PATHS.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.
• Hold current license to practice in the state of Virginia.
• Current DEA certificate.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• CPR Certified.
• Experience in Pediatrics: 1 year (Preferred).
• Medical License (Preferred).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Community Overview

Chatham, VA is a welcoming community that offers a blend of small-town charm and access to outdoor activities. Residents enjoy a peaceful environment with a strong sense of community.