Peds Infectious Diseases Physician

Overview

Randall Children’s Hospital (RCH) is seeking a Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician to join our dedicated team. As part of Legacy Health, RCH is a comprehensive quaternary care pediatric center serving children in Portland, Oregon, Southwest Washington, and across the state of Oregon. RCH is regionally recognized for its specialty programs and commitment to clinical excellence.

The Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician will provide both inpatient and outpatient infectious disease consultations as a protected, salaried member of Legacy Medical Group. This role offers a flexible clinical model with opportunities in teaching, leadership, antimicrobial stewardship, infection control, and quality improvement. Flexible FTE arrangements and potential hospitalist responsibilities may also be available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation services for children with infectious diseases who are hospitalized at a Legacy hospital or are referred by their primary physician for outpatient consultation.
• Responds promptly in writing to referral source with clinical findings and suggested plan of care.
• Provides telephone consultative services for children with infectious diseases throughout Oregon and the region.
• Provides continuous coverage for the Pediatric Infectious Disease Services together with the other pediatric infectious disease specialists on the Emanuel Hospital Medical Staff.
• Shares responsibility with colleagues for infection control practices on all Legacy pediatric units and newborn nurseries and participates as a member on the Infection Control Committee as requested.
• Advises the Legacy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee on pediatric antibiotic issues including formulary recommendations, restrictions, utilization, and monitoring of adverse reactions.
• Participates regularly in the teaching activities of the Pediatric Department, including resident and student education and outreach continuing medical education.

Inpatient Duties:

• Serves as Attending Pediatrician on the House services as agreed upon.
• Assists private practice physicians in using hospital services in an efficient and cost-effective manner with their hospitalized patients.
• Participates in education, training, and evaluation of house staff, medical students, and hospital personnel who have direct patient care responsibilities on the Pediatric Units.
• Serves on department, hospital and Legacy Health System committees as requested.

Qualifications

• Graduate of four-year accredited U.S. Medical School or equivalent.
• Board eligible/certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Infectious Diseases or equivalent training and experience.

Licensure

• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the applicable state.
• Active member in good standing of Hospital Medical Staff.
• PALS certification from the American Heart Association.

To formally apply or with HR questions please contact Forest Brown at View email address on click.appcast.io . Interested candidates are also welcomed to contact Malaika Little, MD MPH at View email address on click.appcast.io

Please note: J-1 visa waiver sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Range

USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

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If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

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