Physician/Attending - Pediatric Emergency Medicine (Baptist Pool/Per Diem) Homestead, FL

Job Title: Physician/Attending - Pediatric Emergency Medicine (Baptist Pool/Per Diem) Location: Homestead, FL (27113) Job Summary: The position is primarily a clinical role involving the diagnosis, treatment, and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists, and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients and includes teaching and supervision of medical residents, as well as opportunities to participate in research and publishing. Job Specific Duties: Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment. Actively self-educates (e.g., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences). Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs. Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls. Provides clinical services to patients, including performing and recording history and physical examinations, interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting treatment plans, writing routine orders for laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications, and ordering and performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated. Suggests improvements to the Department Director and/or attending staff. Participates in Performance Improvement, Research, and Publishing. Teaches and serves as a role model to medical students and residents. Participates in the call schedule as assigned. Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school. Current state medical license in good standing with the medical board. American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained in good standing throughout employment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Exceptional clinical, research, and teaching skills with a commitment to academic pediatrics. Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information. Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions. Problem-solving skills to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care. #J-18808-Ljbffr