Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician needed in San Diego!
San Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Pediatric-Developmental/Behavioral
Salary
$235,000
– $255,000
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
San Diego, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
Yes
Job Description
Last Update:
9/06/24
Family Health Centers is seeking to hire a part time or full time Developmental-Behavioral pediatrician to join our team at our Diamond Neighborhoods clinic in San Diego.
- Additional subspecialty training BE/BC in developmental-behavioral pediatrics required for this position.
Job Roles
- Performs initial assessments for assigned patients with developmental and behavioral difficulties
- Administers autism diagnostic testing such as Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) test or other tools as appropriate. This includes an intake for compiling all pertinent history, observation, behavioral assessment, completing a report and a follow up visit for sharing findings with the family.
- May conduct other age-appropriate testing based on child’s identified needs.
- Participates in development of patients' individualized care plan, in a timely and thorough manner.
- Makes treatment recommendations based on interpretation of assessment findings. Is knowledgeable about both internal and external resources the family may need.
- Works effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team. Communicates with providers, other physicians, case managers, scheduling staff, referring providers, and with outside agencies and authorities, in a timely and appropriate manner when and if needed. Connects patients to internal/external resources as appropriate; and documents clear plan of care including referrals.
- Documents need for referrals and works with appropriate clinic personnel responsible for guiding family through internal/external referrals
- Completes all required documentation accurately, timely and thoroughly in accordance with department standards and with electronic medical record requirements and complies with patient’s insurance requirements.
- Follows FHCSD policies and procedures, including (but not limited to), cooperating with the timely submission of credentialing and licensing paperwork; maintaining BLS certification; maintaining CME units based on the requirements of the specifying Board; attending all mandatory meetings; minimizing incident reports; using resources efficiently and providing services in a cost-effective manner.
- Maintain FHCSD behavioral standards, including (but not limited to), effective listening and communication skills and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients.
- Complies with productivity expectations
- Meets clinic site and organization needs in a reliable and flexible manner; prioritizes work and makes an effort to adhere to schedule.
- Participates in administrative duties, including lab reports, charts, and medication refills reviewed and managed appropriately.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations
- Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used. No more than 2 points in past 12 months; no suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; no DUI, reckless or felony driving within 5 years. No license revocation in 7 years.
- Graduated from an accredited school of medicine.
- Three years of residency training in pediatrics
- Board certification in pediatrics
- Additional subspecialty training in developmental-behavioral evals and assessments.
- Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS).
- DEA license
- Must possess current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California.
- Training certification in developmental/behavioral assessment and evaluation for autism
Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)
- At a minimum 1-year experience required; experience with underserved, low-income persons, or homeless persons preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic groups.
- Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., electronic medical record documentation).
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities strongly desired.
- Cultural and linguistic sensitivity to populations served required.
- Knowledge of and ability to take a detailed medical history.
- Must possess a demonstrated commitment to community medicine.