Pediatrician

Pediatrician Position at NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center

NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center is seeking an experienced Pediatrician to join our team and provide comprehensive ambulatory pediatric and adolescent healthcare in a community clinic setting. Our practice is a diverse, urban, community health center located in North Minneapolis whose mission is "Partnering to create a healthier community." Candidates who are looking to serve in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) will be pleased to know that NorthPoint's score is 18. Health care providers that help underserved communities are eligible for scholarship and loan repayment programs. Learn more about the NHSC Loan Repayment Program. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page. Find us here at upcoming career fairs!

Location and hours: This position will primarily be located at the NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411, and various NorthPoint satellite locations. Work hours for this position are 20-40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, typically between 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional coverage for evening and Saturday clinic hours are required. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

About the position type: This is a part-time, benefit-earning position. This position is internally classified as a Physician, Associate. Click here to view the job classification specification.

In this position, you will:

• Obtain health history, perform physical examinations, and conduct preventive screenings to provide the full spectrum of primary care services for youth.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illness and disease.
• Provide education and preventive services for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Make appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies.
• Participate in NorthPoint's quality management program.
• Utilize the electronic health records system, Epic.
• Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of care programs based on the needs of our population.
• Serve as a resource for other staff and areas of the clinic.
• Guide and direct allied and ancillary personnel.
• Assist with our Reach Out and Read programs.
• Partner with patients and families to optimize their health and wellness.

Need to have:

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine with a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and completion of an approved internship and an approved formal Pediatrics or Medicine-Pediatrics residency by applicant's start date.
• A valid license to practice medicine issued by the State of Minnesota.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the appropriate specialty.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of professional medical techniques, procedures, and treatments in a medical specialty; assessment techniques; instructional techniques; diagnostic tests and their interpretation; record and report preparation and maintenance.
• Ability to provide professional medical services in a medical specialty; perform diagnostic techniques; interpret diagnostic test results; solicit patient medical information; collaborate with appropriate personnel in planning patient care; participate in research activities; instruct ancillary and student personnel; and review records and reports.
• Skill in providing professional medical services and performing research activities.

Candidates with fluency in Spanish, and/or Hmong, in addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.

About the department: NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center sets a standard of excellence in providing culturally responsive, integrated, holistic primary health and social services that strengthens our community and the lives of the people we serve. We are leaders and partners in a shared vision of a healthy, environmentally safe, and economically stable, self-reliant community.

About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Why work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents. Employee Benefits Summary Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility. If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here .