Pediatrics Physician

Pediatric Otolaryngology Physician Opportunity in San Antonio Position Summary: The Department of Otolaryngology is seeking a full-time Pediatric Otolaryngology Physician to join the team in San Antonio. This role involves collaboration with faculty, residents, and staff to deliver high-quality care to pediatric otolaryngology patients. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Job Duties:

• Patient Care Quality: Establish and conduct patient care reviews to analyze and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of care within the department. Review all clinical work, regardless of the practitioners membership status in the department.
• Clinical Privileges: Recommend criteria for clinical privileges relevant to the care provided in the department and recommend privileges for each member.
• Policy Adherence: Ensure adherence to medical staff policies, sound clinical practices, and departmental integration within the hospitals operations.
• Coordination: Oversee and coordinate patient care services with nursing and ancillary services.
• Quality Improvement: Convene meetings to discuss quality and outcomes management findings, service activities, and address opportunities to improve patient care.
• Peer Review: Function as the designated agent for peer review activities on behalf of the department or Medical Executive Committee.
• Reporting and Recommendations: Submit reports on departmental review activities and provide recommendations for maintaining and enhancing care quality.
• Education: Provide orientation and ongoing education for all department members.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Education: MD degree or equivalent, with completed fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Certification: Board certified or board eligible in Otolaryngology
• Experience: Background in caring for children with chronic illness and knowledge of long-term medication management and drug interactions
• Skills: Strong physical assessment, diagnostic abilities, and experience in patient and family education and care coordination
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications