Pediatrician

Role and Responsibilities

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on children to check and record their health and normal physical development.
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based scientific knowledge and individuals medical history.
• Prescribe medication and give detailed instructions for administration.
• Prepares and maintains accurate medical records, charts and documents to support the diagnosis. Complies with state laws and regulations with respect to guidelines for reimbursement.
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities.
• Prepares and maintains accurate medical records, charts, and documents to support the diagnoses.
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the child to physician of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. orthopedists, ophthalmologists, surgeons, etc.)
• Educate parents or guardians on child’s diet, exercise, and disease preventive measures.
• Keep updated records of patient’s illnesses, medical episodes, surgeries.
• Keep abreast pf advancement in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminar and conference.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Center Administrator and Chief Medical Officer.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Active Florida State Medical License
• Board Certified or eligible MD required
• DEA License
• BLS Certification
• One year of experience preferred
• Bedside manner, attention to detail, patience and empathy, communication skills.
• Knowledge of infection control, medication administration, side effects, and calculation.
• Knowledge of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques.
• Continual maintenance of CME requirements
• Knowledge of the nursing process and its applications, including assessment diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the scope of practice, legal replications to include statutes and regulations relevant to Pediatrician.
• Maintain harmonious, professional relationships with members of the care team, patients, and families. Passionate for Pediatric Care.
• Demonstrate written and verbal effective communications with the interdisciplinary team.
• Cross-Cultural Sensitivity including the ability to deal with individuals from different cultures and background

Additional Notes

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by supervisor.

* This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.