VA license in hand preferred.
JOB SUMMARY
- The Pediatrician, under the direction of the Medical Director, is responsible for providing comprehensive medical services to pediatric patients within the community health center.
- This role includes conducting well-child visits, performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses, administering immunizations, and promoting preventive health practices.
- The Pediatrician collaborates with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care and actively participates in care coordination, patient education, and health promotion.
- In addition, the Pediatrician is expected to maintain accurate and timely medical records, adhere to all regulatory and compliance standards, and contribute to the health center?s mission of improving community health outcomes.
Schedule:
Monday ? Friday, the hours of operation, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, with potential extended hours.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Medical Association with a Doctor of Medicine degree or accredited by the American Osteopathic Association with a Doctor of Osteopathy degree. If medical education occurred at a foreign medical school, the applicant must possess a current Educational Council Foreign Medical Graduate (ECFMG) Certificate. Successful completion of an approved program of residency training in pediatrics.
License to practice medicine in the State of Virginia, in addition to current DEA registration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
? Knowledge of the principles and practice of preventive medicine.
? Knowledge of the state and federal laws peaboutedicine and community health centers.
? Knowledge of the structure and function of community health centers.
? Skill in communicating effectively with patients and their families.
? Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients, and the general public.
BENEFITS
Your Benefits at Capital Area Health Network (CAHN):
We value our team, and it shows in our benefits. As a CAHN employee, you?ll enjoy:
Health Coverage
? Medical Insurance
? Dental Insurance
? Vision Insurance
? Secondary Gap Insurance
? Prescription Drug Plan
? Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life
Financial Security
? Short-Term Disability
? 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match
? Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
? Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Work-Life Balance
? Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrued as of Day 1
? Self-Care Floating Holidays
? 8.5 Paid Holidays
Additional Support
? Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
? Public Service Loan Forgiveness
We?re committed to supporting your well-being, at work and beyond.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential function, as well as meet the physical and mental requirements, satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
This position carries a high risk of exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and TB. The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
