Pediatric - Developmental/Behavioral Physician

Family Health Centers is seeking to hire a part time or full time Developmental-Behavioral pediatrician to join our team at our Diamond Neighborhoods clinic in San Diego. * Additional subspecialty training BE/BC in developmental-behavioral pediatrics required for this position. Job Roles * Performs initial assessments for assigned patients with developmental and behavioral difficulties * Administers autism diagnostic testing such as Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) test or other tools as appropriate. This includes an intake for compiling all pertinent history, observation, behavioral assessment, completing a report and a follow up visit for sharing findings with the family. * May conduct other age-appropriate testing based on child s identified needs. * Participates in development of patients' individualized care plan, in a timely and thorough manner. * Makes treatment recommendations based on interpretation of assessment findings. Is knowledgeable about both internal and external resources the family may need. * Works effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team. Communicates with providers, other physicians, case managers, scheduling staff, referring providers, and with outside agencies and authorities, in a timely and appropriate manner when and if needed. Connects patients to internal/external resources as appropriate; and documents clear plan of care including referrals. * Documents need for referrals and works with appropriate clinic personnel responsible for guiding family through internal/external referrals * Completes all required documentation accurately, timely and thoroughly in accordance with department standards and with electronic medical record requirements and complies with patient s insurance requirements. * Follows FHCSD policies and procedures, including (but not limited to), cooperating with the timely submission of credentialing and licensing paperwork; maintaining BLS certification; maintaining CME units based on the requirements of the specifying Board; attending all mandatory meetings; minimizing incident reports; using resources efficiently and providing services in a cost-effective manner. * Maintain FHCSD behavioral standards, including (but not limited to), effective listening and communication skills and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients. * Complies with productivity expectations * Meets clinic site and organization needs in a reliable and flexible manner; prioritizes work and makes an effort to adhere to schedule. * Participates in administrative duties, including lab reports, charts, and medication refills reviewed and managed appropriately. * Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations * Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used. No more than 2 points in past 12 months; no suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; no DUI, reckless or felony driving within 5 years. No license revocation in 7 years. * Graduated from an accredited school of medicine. * Three years of residency training in pediatrics * Board certification in pediatrics * Additional subspecialty training in developmental-behavioral evals and assessments. * Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS). * DEA license * Must possess current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California. * Training certification in developmental/behavioral assessment and evaluation for autism Experience/Specialized skills (including Language) * At a minimum 1-year experience required; experience with underserved, low-income persons, or homeless persons preferred. * Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic groups. * Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., electronic medical record documentation). * Bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities strongly desired. * Cultural and linguistic sensitivity to populations served required. * Knowledge of and ability to take a detailed medical history. * Must possess a demonstrated commitment to community medicine.