Pediatric Opening in Phoenix, AZ
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Pediatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/18/24
**Pediatric opening near Phoenix**
- Located in Mesa, AZ - Phoenix 30m
- Full-time, permanent position
POSITION SUMMARY
The Pediatrician is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management and/or referral of the health problems and maintenance of the clients health by means of preventive care and health promotion. Will perform assignments which can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures. Will comply with organization and department policies.
OUR CORE VALUES
- Compassion
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Learning
- Respect
- Sustainability
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Graduate of an accredited medical school program
- Completion of an accredited United States Pediatric Residency program
- Board certified or board eligible
- Valid Arizona medical license
- Valid DEA certificate
- Current BLS
- 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 drivers license
- Commitment to the Adelante Healthcare mission, vision, and values
- Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status
- Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
- Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
NONESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Three (3) years of experience in community health
- Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred
- Prior experience using Electronic Health Records (EMRs)
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reports to the Regional Medical Director
- Provide high quality health care services including the following:
- Accessible and available health services to patients for which the Provider is credentialed and privileged
- Education of and effective communication with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the health care system
- Treatment that is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnoses
- Appropriate, accurate and complete electronic medical record entries, in a timely manner
- Adequate and appropriate transfer of information for continuity of care
- Evaluate patients in a timely, courteous and professional manner
- Completes all required documentation for billing of services provided
- Demonstrate familiarity with EPSDT statues 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 (incl. M.A.s)
- Assume the role and duties of other clinical personnel, as necessary
- Rotate call for emergencies in the evening, and on 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