Pediatrics Physician

Pediatrician

Pediatrician opening in Surprise, AZ. Located in Surprise, AZ, just 35 minutes from Phoenix, this full-time, permanent position is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management, and/or referral of health problems and maintenance of clients' health by means of preventive care and health promotion.

Job Description

• Perform assignments that can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures.
• Comply with organization and department policies.
• Strive to maximize performance and contribution to the healthcare and the community served every day.
• Expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited medical school program.
• Completion of an accredited United States Pediatric Residency program.
• Board certified.
• Valid Arizona medical license.
• Valid DEA certificate.
• Current BLS certification.
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical methods and techniques.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with clients, associates, and the general public.
• Basic business English, spelling, and punctuation skills.
• Basic computer efficiency.
• Valid AZ driver's license.
• Commitment to the healthcare mission, vision, and values.
• Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in community health care.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality health care services for newborns to 17-year-olds, including accessible and available health services.
• Educate and effectively communicate with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the healthcare system.
• Ensure treatment is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnoses.
• Make appropriate, accurate, and complete electronic medical record entries in a timely manner.
• Ensure adequate and appropriate transfer of information for continuity of care.
• Evaluate patients in a timely, courteous, and professional manner.
• Complete all required documentation for billing of services provided.
• Demonstrate familiarity with EPSDT statutes and immunization schedules, and contraindications.
• Promote and demonstrate good customer service to both external and internal customers.
• Consult, refer, and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total patient care.
• Advise management on performance deficiencies of medical auxiliary personnel (including M.A.s).
• Assume the role and duties of other clinical personnel as necessary.
• Rotate call for emergencies in the evening, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
• Attend continuing medical education (CME) programs (up to 40 CME hours per year) and provide a copy of the course completion certificate to the medical staff services department. Maintain credentialing and privileging in good standing.

Quality Management/Risk Management

• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in quality improvement programs and participation in peer review, medical record audits, continuing education, and review of protocols and procedures.
• Review results of utilization and quality monitoring and participate in the analysis of services.
• Communicate necessary information to the Chief Medical Officer concerning operations and suggestions for improvement.
• Be knowledgeable and adhere to all policies and procedures related to client services.
• Assure compliance with rules and regulations as set forth by the Department of Health and Human Services and other contracted healthcare plans.

Community Overview

Surprise is home to the southwest's largest tennis and racquet complex, professionally designed golf courses, an urban fishing lake, and aquatic centers. There are many parks to enjoy, traffic is moderate, and the diversity here in the city is excellent.