Pediatrician

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:
$9,501.92 - $12,397.81 Semimonthly

Department:
Health Department

Job Type:
Regular Represented

Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and prompt health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities. We're seeking a visionary and dynamic leader who is creative in problem solving and contributes new ideas and solutions to the organization to join our team as the Integrated Clinical Services


REQUIRED:

You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Application Packet:

• A resume or curriculum vitae AND
  
• A cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications for the position.
  

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.


As a Pediatric Physician specializing in primary medical care, your role is crucial in providing professional and comprehensive healthcare services to a diverse patient population, including refugees and individuals from low-income groups. Here are key responsibilities and considerations for your role:

• Comprehensive Primary Care:
  
  • Provide comprehensive primary medical care to pediatric patients, addressing a wide range of health concerns and conditions.
    
  • Conduct thorough physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
    
• Preventive Healthcare:
  
  • Emphasize and implement preventive healthcare measures to promote the overall well-being of pediatric patients.
    
  • Administer vaccinations, conduct screenings, and provide guidance on healthy lifestyle choices.
    
• Therapeutic Relationship:
  
  • Establish and maintain a therapeutic and trusting relationship with patients and their families, fostering effective communication and collaboration in the decision-making process.
    
• Cultural Competence:
  
  • Demonstrate cultural competence in your interactions with patients from diverse backgrounds, recognizing and respecting their unique cultural and linguistic needs.
    
  • Tailor your approach to care, considering the cultural context and potential challenges faced by refugees and low-income populations.
    
• Access to Healthcare:
  
  • Advocate for and facilitate access to healthcare services for patients in underserved communities, including those with limited financial resources.
    
  • Collaborate with community organizations to address barriers to healthcare access and improve the overall health of vulnerable populations.
    
• Health Education:
  
  • Educate patients and their families about preventive measures, proper nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices.
    
  • Provide guidance on managing chronic conditions and support families in making informed decisions about their child's health.
    
• Collaborative Care:
  
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, and other specialists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
    
  • Participate in case conferences and share insights to provide the best possible care for patients.
    
• Continuing Professional Development:
  
  • Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric medicine through continuous learning, attending conferences, and participating in relevant professional development activities.
    
  • Maintain licensure and certifications, ensuring that you are well-equipped to provide high-quality care.
    

By fulfilling these responsibilities, you contribute significantly to the health and well-being of pediatric patients, particularly those in vulnerable populations. Your emphasis on preventive care and health promotion plays a key role in creating a healthier community for all.

As the Physician you will:

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions according to scope of practice to include conducting a comprehensive health assessment of the patient's medical history by conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, devising a course of treatment, discussing alternative treatment, risk and benefits of treatment, prescribing and monitoring medications, appropriate counseling of patient and reassessment of the patient at appropriate intervals.
  
• Utilize panel based information technology tools to prioritize and direct proactive care for patients assigned to provider panels including preventive health screening and chronic disease care management.
  
• Follow-up on utilization issues (ED, hospital admissions).
  
• Maintain training on new or updated systems and processes to support patient health maintenance or improvement, and quality of health delivery.
  
• Establish need for specialty and rehabilitative services and make appropriate referrals.
  
• Assess and counsel patients regarding preventive care needs; deliver services or make appropriate referrals.
  
• Determine need/schedule for high risk referrals. Referrals to external/non Health Department providers or resources will entail detailed EHR and chart notes to document reason and medical necessity or benefit for the referred event.
  
• Provide clinical consultation to Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, nurses and support staff. Prioritize and direct activities of the care team.
  
• Coordinates with Behavioral Health providers to effectively integrate care for overall patient health and experience. Provides coverage for clinical colleagues in their absence.
  
• Participate at clinic, department, county level and beyond for conferences, committees, and related events to share and gain information and input into improved and modernized public health processes and standards.
  
• Complete patient documentation and manage electronic in-basket according to established policies and procedures. Tag records for follow-up, consultation or verification to ensure all appropriate details and events are recorded for full record and shared process with team and Behavioral Health staff.
  
  
• Enter encounter and event codes for correct billing for internal and external medical
  
• billing events to minimize error or need for follow-up, clarification or correction.
  

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education, training and experience will be evaluated.

Education/Training/Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine AND
  
  
• One (1) year residency in a primary care setting
  

Certification:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid license to practice medicine in the State of Oregon and ability to obtain credentialing approval
  
• CPR Certification
  

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Board Certification/Board Eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
  
• Phone screen
  
• Oral exam
  
• Consideration of top candidates
  
• Language assessment (if applicable)
  
• Background, reference, and education checks
  

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees.

Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Questions? Please contact the recruiter.


Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:
Christopher Bogan

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Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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