Pediatrician - Bloomington, United States - Community Health Systems, Inc.

Description

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Upholds and supports the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies and ethics of CHSI.

2. Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.

3. Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.

4. Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.

5. Examine patients or order, perform and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.

6. Monitor patients' condition and progress and re-evaluate treatments as necessary.

7. Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.

8. Advise patients, parents or guardians and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.

9. Plan and execute medical care programs to aid in the mental and physical growth and development of children and adolescents.

10. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.

11. Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.

12. Will report direct patient care issues to the Medical Director and any other issue(s) (i.e. administrative) to the Clinic Administrator.

13. Maintain dialogue with Clinic Administrator to assure smooth operation of clinic and to make every attempt to solve all problems at clinic level.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Directly supervises Registered Nurse and Medical Assistants in the performance of their clinical duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

· A high standard of professionalism and professional ethics and conduct is expected in speech, manner, attitude and appearance at all times.

· Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.

· Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with divergent groups

· Must possess excellent customer service including verbal and written communication.

· Ability to deal effectively with changing situations and stressful environment.

· Ability to perform tasks related to physical activity to complete the responsibilities of the position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

· Must be California Board Certified in Pediatrics

· Must have current DEA certificate

· American Heart Association BLS and PALS certifications required

· 3+ years' experience as a physician

Company DescriptionCommunity Health Systems, Inc (CHSI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Non-Profit 501 (C)(3), operating six community health centers in the tri-county area of: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego.
CHSI focuses on providing high quality and compassionate medical, dental, women's health, behavioral health, and vision care services to those who are under-served, uninsured, or under-insured.

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Bloomington Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC). The mission of CHSI is not to compete with other clinics that provide healthcare services, but to serve the indigent population and meet their healthcare needs.

Company Description

Community Health Systems, Inc (CHSI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Non-Profit 501 (C)(3), operating six community health centers in the tri-county area of: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego. \r
CHSI focuses on providing high quality and compassionate medical, dental, women's health, behavioral health, and vision care services to those who are under-served, uninsured, or under-insured. \r
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Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Bloomington Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC). The mission of CHSI is not to compete with other clinics that provide healthcare services, but to serve the indigent population and meet their healthcare needs.