Pediatrician

Full Time

Clinical

Jackson Heights, Jackson Heights, NY, US

Salary Range: $194,800.00 To $204,100.00 Annually

Position Summary: Provide high-quality primary medical care to children from birth to 21 years, including routine check-ups, immunizations, developmental screenings, and management of acute illnesses.

The major duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Direct Care:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including vision, hearing, and growth monitoring, as well as blood tests for various conditions

• Diagnose and treat common childhood ailments and minor injuries

• Offer specialized services such as autism screening, asthma management, mental health assessments, and obesity counseling

• Recommend patients for further treatments and to specialists when needed

• Engage with patients’ families to educate on health, safety, nutrition, and injury prevention

• Communicate and engage with families/legal guardians while explaining complex medical information clearly

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care

• Attend and participate in clinic, provider, and all staff meetings

• Participate in pre-visit planning activities with the other members of the care team

• Engage in health promotion activities and recruitment efforts for the site

Compliance:

• Document clinical encounters accurately in the EMR (ECW) and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

• Record and maintain the health and development information of the patient

• Complete EMR documentation, billing, and patient-related paperwork in a timely manner

• Provide input for the development of electronic medical record templates

• Participate in night and weekend call shared among clinicians

• Provide follow-up on incidents and patient complaints as needed

• Provide input in the development of policies and procedures regarding pediatric patients.

• Maintain compliance with clinical protocols and state/federal regulations

• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine specializing in pediatrics and a minimum of 1 year of experience preferred

• Board eligible/certification, required

• Current BLS certification required

• Current and valid NYS license

• Current DEA certificate

• Current infection control certificate

• Excellent bedside manner

• Proficiency in Spanish or South Asian language is preferred

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings.