Pediatric Urgent Care Physician/PEM - District Heights, MD
Company: PM Pediatrics of Livingston
Location: District Heights
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:As a healthcare organization,
we believe that vaccination against COVID-19, and other diseases,
is critical in protecting our people and our patients. As a matter
of Company policy, all new and rehires are required to be
vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment.It's fun
to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're
doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the
business.SummaryJob Profile SummaryThe Physician is responsible for
all functions aligned with the mission, vision, and goals of PM
Pediatrics. The Physician role is an opportunity for a
Pediatrician/PEM Physician to apply their skills in a pediatric
urgent care setting. Physicians are responsible for evaluating and
providing evidence-based treatment to pediatric patients within
their scope of practice under the Medical Directors direct
supervision. This position maintains effective working
relationships and rapport with patients/families, other physicians,
employees, and volunteers.DescriptionAssess and treat acute injury
and illness; including but not limited to anaphylaxis, procedural
anxiolysis, respiratory distress, croup, and asthma.Perform
procedural care including but not limited to abscess drainage,
foreign body removal, and laceration repair with sutures, staples,
and dermal adhesive.Taking radiographs and providing preliminary
interpretation of x-rays with official radiology over-reads (only
in applicable states). All necessary training will be
provided.Oversee patient flow and daily functions of the office
along with oversight of other providers, staff and trainees on
shift. Maintain operations by following policies and procedures;
reporting needed changes to the management team.Work in conjunction
with the onsite team to assure completion of daily tasks including
but not limited to lab and radiology result review, patient
follow-up, and timely responses to patient calls and questions.
Maintains safe, secure, equitable, and healthy work environment by
following and enforcing safety procedures, quality standards, and
complying with legal regulations. Maintains patient confidence and
protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential
in compliance with HIPAA regulations.Update knowledge by
participating in continuing education requirements and
opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining
personal networks; participating in professional
organizations.Assist the clinical team and patients with complaints
and taking an active role in service recovery when neededFocus on
efficiency metrics to improve urgent care flow, patient experience,
and throughput.QualificationsPediatric experience is required;
Pediatric ER, Pediatric hospitalist, or Pediatrics Urgent Care
Experience preferred.BC/BE in Pediatrics.Active state license for
each state where treating patients.Pediatric Advanced Life Support
(PALS) required within six months of hire.Skill in rapid assessment
of the critical presentation of the pediatric population.Ability to
use sound reasoning and judgment and act calmly in
emergencies.Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and
nonverbally.Excellent computer skills and experience with EMR (eCW
experience preferred).Ability to critically think, multitask, and
work as a part of a multidisciplinary team.If you like wild growth
and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy
your career with us!EEO StatementPM Pediatrics is an equal
employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: PM Pediatrics of Livingston, Washington DC , Pediatric Urgent Care Physician/PEM - District Heights, MD, Healthcare , District Heights, DC
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