Physician Pediatric Intensivist Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Location

Kalamazoo-252 E Lovell St.-Lovell Building (North Campus)

Title

Physician Pediatric Intensivist - Kalamazoo Michigan

Description

Bronson Childrens Hospital located in Kalamazoo Michigan is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Critical Care Physician Part-Time who has successfully completed a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care.

Position Highlights:

• The Pediatric Intensivists co-manage pediatric traumas as well as sedations.
• Teaching is also a part of the opportunity with Bronson
• Western Michigan University School of Medicine partners closely with Bronson physicians. The school has nine residency programs including pediatrics family medicine and med/peds.
• Transport services for patients referred to Bronson from 19 regional hospitals and other institutions are conducted by ambulance under the supervision of a specially trained transport nurse.
• Bronsons Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is an eight-bed unit and is the areas only PICU as well as a four-bed PSDU. The unit draws from a nine-county area in southwest Michigan. Bronson is the only hospital that provides pediatric inpatient services in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas.

Qualifications:

• BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
• Graduate from an ACGME accredited program
• Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care

About Bronson Childrens Hospital:

• Bronson Childrens Hospital is a designated childrens hospital recognized by NACHRI and offers a full range of pediatric subspecialties.
• Provides support for the following pediatric subspecialties: Cardiology Hematology/Oncology GI Endocrinology Surgery Neurology Urology and more
• In-Hospital Specialists Specialty Services and Pediatric and Neonatology Support Services
• Bronson maintains a Level III Perinatal Center 34-bed Pediatric Unit a 45-bed NICU and an 8-bed PICU with a 4-bed step down unit.

Bronson Methodist Hospital offers:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation with Annual Quality Incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation Assistance CME Stipend and Sign On Bonus

About Kalamazoo Michigan: Nestled in the heart of Michigan Kalamazoo is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse community. Known for its charming downtown Kalamazoo offers a unique blend of art music and theater making it an ideal place to live and work. The city is home to various festivals museums and parks providing residents with ample opportunities for recreation and leisure. Beyond its cultural attractions Kalamazoo boasts excellent schools affordable housing and a welcoming community. Whether you enjoy exploring local breweries attending live performances or spending time outdoors Kalamazoo has something for everyone.

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo is a 434-bed all-private room regional referral center providing care in virtually every specialty. Level I Trauma Center; Comprehensive Stroke Center; Chest Pain Center; only childrens hospital in the region. The hospital is Magnet designated for nursing excellence and is nationally recognized for quality and patient experience.

Bronsons Culture Statement:

At Bronson we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives and are committed to achieving that access across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice negative bias and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ the best teams in the communities we serve to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients families colleagues and communities. We have a strategic focus on living our values by showing respect building trust uncovering and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for all removing barriers to care and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission that all have full and equal access to the opportunities to live healthy lives: Together we advance the health of our communities.

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Interested Candidates please email CV to Hilary Wade at

Physicians are responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing as well as administering treatment for patients suffering from disease or illness. They also examine patients in addition to obtaining medical histories. Other job responsibilities include ordering performing and interpreting diagnostic tests in addition to counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare hygiene and diet. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles procedures and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
Performs in a tactful and professional manner

Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue e.g. interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e. 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Provides medical patient care by interviewing examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
Educates patients on wellness prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
Determines level of urgency of follow-up referral/consultation appointments
Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
Orders studies test and ancillary services
Documents all services in patient medical record
Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care assessment and education issues
Participates in process improvement management continuing education and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
Assists in the resolution of complaints requests and inquiries from patients
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission values and customer service standards.

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

28

Cost Center

8200 Bronson Pediatric Critical Care Specialists (BMH)

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Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (Bronson) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies (Recruiters) in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.

Required Experience:

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