• 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.