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The Collective Group, LLC

Pediatrician

The Collective Group, LLC, Farmersville, Texas, United States, 75442


POSITION: Pediatrician LOCATION: Farmersville, TX

SUMMARY Provide medical care for patients of the Center functioning as a physician and member of multi-disciplinary Health Care Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES Perform comprehensive physical assessment of patients using observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation and percussion. Order or execute various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition. Diagnose and treat diseases, disorders and injuries based on patient's medical history and results of physical assessment and refer patients to medical specialist or other practitioner for specialized treatment. Prescribe medications and therapies for treatment and preventive care. Instruct patients and their families regarding procedures performed, home care, and follow-up visits. Direct professional and ancillary health care staff during treatment of patients. Respond to inquiries from staff and patients regarding preventive health and treatments. Compile patient medical data including health history, treatment plans, results of physical examination, etc. and record in electronic medical record. Report required information including deaths and outbreak of contagious diseases to governmental authorities. Plan, promote, demonstrate, recommend and coordinate high standards of medical practice.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Directly affect improvements in patient well-being through accurate and timely diagnosis and delivery of relevant, high quality medical care. Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, including clinical managers, clinical support staff, providers and business office staff. Interact respectfully and collaboratively with patients and their families, striving to develop favorable relationships with families. Collaborate with all members of the care team in providing patient-centered care. Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications represent CHSA in a highly professional manner at all times. Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all company policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization. Complete all mandatory training and maintain appropriate credentials/licensure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS High level of skill at building relationships and providing customer service. Interpersonal savvy and influence skills in managing difficult clients and patients. High degree of knowledge and competency in the practice of medicine and associated charting requirements. Requisite skills and ability to perform certain medical tasks as assigned. High level of problem-solving skill to better serve patients and staff. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and emergency situations successfully. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to implement and evaluate operational, and administrative processes. Experience/knowledge of all federal, state and local regulations and standards associated with the delivery of care in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Demonstrated understanding and/or experience working in a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) environment. Demonstrated understanding and/or experience working in an integrated delivery environment.

MEDICAL HOME RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Decision maker Formulate diagnosis Plan interventions Evaluate outcomes Report to Medical Director

EDUCATION M.D. or D.O. from an accredited educational institution. Unrestricted licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Board Certification in Pediatrics or passage of Board Certification examination within one (1) year of employment. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registrations for the purpose of writing prescriptions. Current Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course completion card. Current Basic Life Support Certification for Healthcare Providers.

PROFESSIONAL Demonstrated expertise in relevant medical practices, protocol, trends and best practices in clinical areas assigned. Demonstrated knowledge and success in effecting overall clinical operations.

EXPERIENCE Minimum of a completed pediatric residency at an accredited teaching hospital or academic medical center. Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with others; and exercise balance judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS Work is of moderate to heavy in demand; lifting of supplies and assisting patients. Significant amount of time spent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling and reaching with lifting of items up to weight of 30 pounds. Works inside clean and comfortable environment. May be exposed to infectious disease and puncture wounds.

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