Medical Doctor, Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM), Per Diem, Variable schedule

Department: Holtz Pediatric Emergency Medicine Department (PEM)Location: 1611 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136Hours: Variable scheduleSummaryThe medical doctors in the Holtz Pediatric Emergency Department are employed by the Public Health Trust to provide quality health care to all patients presenting with illnesses or injuries. These physicians are responsible for providing direct patient care, the supervision of patient care provided by house staff and students, education of house staff and students, overall Emergency Department management and fulfillment of requirements for accreditation and compliance with AHCA/HCFA/EMTALA/OSHA/CMS/JCAHO/ACGME and all other applicable regulatory agencies. ResponsibilitiesPerforms medical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment to System patients. Provides direct patient care on a daily basis and provides all necessary medical record documentation including Medicare/Medicaid and third party payers requirements. Works as scheduled and may rotate through System. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate. Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Attendance at Medical Staff meetings and participation with/on JMH committees/sub-committees. Participates in utilization review, quality assessment and improvement programs to improve patient care. Provides medical consultative services to other medical personnel, specifically related to overall patient management. Maintains current standards of acceptable medical practice. Participates in educational programs specific to patient care. Involves patients (and family, when necessary) in the decision making process about treatment. Meets productivity standards. Collaborates with Radiology, Pathology, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Nursing in the clinical management of patients. Performs all credentialed medical procedures according to standards, including time-out protocols.Respects the rights, privacy and property of others at all times including the confidentiality of information, according to Administrative policies and all applicable laws and regulations. Complies with all applicable JHS policies and procedures, laws and regulations, and accreditation requirements (including HIPPAA and clinical trials protocol). Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.ExperienceGenerally requires 5 to 7 years of related experience.EducationDoctorate degree in Medicine is required. SkillAbility to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.CredentialsValid Florida Medical LicenseDEA Board certification or eligible are required (Pediatric Emergency Medicine).Other specialty certifications related to specialty are a plus. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) (ACLS) (PALS) (ATLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.Job SummaryJob number: 221689Profession: Physician Staff