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Nicklaus Children's Health System

Physician/Attending - Pediatric Care Center (Miami, FL)

Nicklaus Children's Health System, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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Physician/Attending - Pediatric Care Center (Miami, FL) Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

Applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions and treatment.

Continues to actively self-educate (e.g., reading journals, CME credits, conferences).

Coordinates and develops monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs.

Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.

Directly provides clinical services to patients, including performing and recording history and physical examinations, interpreting patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications, ordering and performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.

Makes suggestions to Department Director and attending staff that may improve department.

Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing.

Participates in teaching and is a role model for medical students and residents.

Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.

Current state medical license in good standing with the medical board.

American Heart Association BLS – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills with a commitment to academic pediatrics.

Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.

Ability to problem solve, formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.

Job Function

Health Care Provider

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