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:
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Conduct comprehensive assessments, including vision, hearing, and growth monitoring, as well as blood tests for various conditions
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Diagnose and treat common childhood ailments and minor injuries
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Offer specialized services such as autism screening, asthma management, mental health assessments, and obesity counseling
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Recommend patients for further treatments and to specialists when needed
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Engage with patients’ families to educate on health, safety, nutrition, and injury prevention
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Communicate and engage with families/legal guardians while explaining complex medical information clearly
Collaboration:
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Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
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Attend and participate in clinic, provider, and all staff meetings
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Participate in pre-visit planning activities with the other members of the care team
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Engage in health promotion activities and recruitment efforts for the site
Compliance:
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Document clinical encounters accurately in the EMR (ECW) and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
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Record and maintain the health and development information of the patient
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Complete EMR documentation, billing, and patient-related paperwork in a timely manner
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Provide input for the development of electronic medical record templates
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Participate in night and weekend call shared among clinicians
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Provide follow-up on incidents and patient complaints as needed
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Provide input in the development of policies and procedures regarding pediatric patients.
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Maintain compliance with clinical protocols and state/federal regulations
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Perform other duties as required or assigned
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Doctor of Medicine specializing in pediatrics and a minimum of 1 year of experience preferred
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Board eligible/certification, required
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Current BLS certification required
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Current and valid NYS license
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Current DEA certificate
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Current infection control certificate
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Excellent bedside manner
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Proficiency in Spanish or South Asian language is preferred
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Ability to work flexible hours including evenings.
