Children's National Medical Center
Orthopedic Surgeon
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Orthopedic Surgeon - ( 25000130 ) The faculty physician is responsible for the care of patients in the hospital and clinics, as well as research, educational and advocacy initiatives as determined by the Division Chief and/or the Center leadership. Responsibilities
Provide clinical services for patients at Children’s Hospital and other approved sites in an ethical, professional and timely manner. Provide oversight of the medical care team and manage direct patient care for a specified patient population; improve continuity of care, customer service and partnerships with community medical providers through timely completion of records and communication. Provide on-call services as determined by the division leadership. Actively participate in family centered care and communicate in a professional and compassionate manner; refer patients to specialists and to relevant ancillary services as appropriate. Adequately utilize the defined chain of command and escalation policies. Respond to team members and outside medical providers in a timely and respectful manner; communicate clearly to trainees expectations regarding patient updates and notifications of significant clinical changes, and encourages questions from trainees. Participate in CNMC’s advocacy initiatives and contribute to scholarly efforts to promote population-based pediatric health and well-being. Teach patients and families about treatment, prevention, and care enhancement techniques. Participate in health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. Conduct research of significant scientific value in the clinical and translational science areas relevant to practice specialty; review manuscripts; publish in peer-reviewed journals; apply for grants or contracts; participate in research committees and workshops. Participate in CNMC's medical education programs and in hospital/university-wide educational activities; provide timely feedback to trainees and ensure adequate orientation for the care that trainees deliver. Supervise and train clinical professionals and students effectively. Follow established bylaws, policies and procedures, quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and infection control standards; complete all clinical documentation as required by JCAHO and other regulatory bodies; identify and recommend improvements to patient services; participate in policy development and evaluation; review and prepare protocols for staff use; evaluate patient care against protocol and QA criteria; report and help prevent medical and other errors. Qualifications
Minimum Education Medical Doctor (M.D.) from an accredited medical school (Required) Minimum Work Experience 0 years (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise; knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care; ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a care plan; ability to incorporate ethical concepts and discuss with patient, family and health care team; ability to supervise, advise and train clinical professionals and students; ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards; commitment to continuing medical education and staying current in subspecialty; knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care. Required Licenses and Certifications Fully licensed and credentialed attending physician on the medical staff of Children’s National Medical Center (Required); board certified or eligible for board certification in primary practice specialty (Required); board certification in relevant secondary specialty (Preferred) Beneficiary and Organization Details
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington; Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010; Job: Surgery COE; Organization: CNMC Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time Job Posting: Apr 15, 2025, 4:25:15 PM Full-Time Salary Range: 250000 - 750000 Equal Opportunity
Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Drug-Free Workplace
Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a drug-free work environment. Recreational and prescribed marijuana policies are in accordance with DC laws and hospital policy.
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Orthopedic Surgeon - ( 25000130 ) The faculty physician is responsible for the care of patients in the hospital and clinics, as well as research, educational and advocacy initiatives as determined by the Division Chief and/or the Center leadership. Responsibilities
Provide clinical services for patients at Children’s Hospital and other approved sites in an ethical, professional and timely manner. Provide oversight of the medical care team and manage direct patient care for a specified patient population; improve continuity of care, customer service and partnerships with community medical providers through timely completion of records and communication. Provide on-call services as determined by the division leadership. Actively participate in family centered care and communicate in a professional and compassionate manner; refer patients to specialists and to relevant ancillary services as appropriate. Adequately utilize the defined chain of command and escalation policies. Respond to team members and outside medical providers in a timely and respectful manner; communicate clearly to trainees expectations regarding patient updates and notifications of significant clinical changes, and encourages questions from trainees. Participate in CNMC’s advocacy initiatives and contribute to scholarly efforts to promote population-based pediatric health and well-being. Teach patients and families about treatment, prevention, and care enhancement techniques. Participate in health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. Conduct research of significant scientific value in the clinical and translational science areas relevant to practice specialty; review manuscripts; publish in peer-reviewed journals; apply for grants or contracts; participate in research committees and workshops. Participate in CNMC's medical education programs and in hospital/university-wide educational activities; provide timely feedback to trainees and ensure adequate orientation for the care that trainees deliver. Supervise and train clinical professionals and students effectively. Follow established bylaws, policies and procedures, quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and infection control standards; complete all clinical documentation as required by JCAHO and other regulatory bodies; identify and recommend improvements to patient services; participate in policy development and evaluation; review and prepare protocols for staff use; evaluate patient care against protocol and QA criteria; report and help prevent medical and other errors. Qualifications
Minimum Education Medical Doctor (M.D.) from an accredited medical school (Required) Minimum Work Experience 0 years (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise; knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care; ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a care plan; ability to incorporate ethical concepts and discuss with patient, family and health care team; ability to supervise, advise and train clinical professionals and students; ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards; commitment to continuing medical education and staying current in subspecialty; knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care. Required Licenses and Certifications Fully licensed and credentialed attending physician on the medical staff of Children’s National Medical Center (Required); board certified or eligible for board certification in primary practice specialty (Required); board certification in relevant secondary specialty (Preferred) Beneficiary and Organization Details
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington; Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010; Job: Surgery COE; Organization: CNMC Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time Job Posting: Apr 15, 2025, 4:25:15 PM Full-Time Salary Range: 250000 - 750000 Equal Opportunity
Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Drug-Free Workplace
Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a drug-free work environment. Recreational and prescribed marijuana policies are in accordance with DC laws and hospital policy.
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