Complex Care Faculty

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, is hiring a Pediatrician to provide primary and specialty care to children and adults with complex needs. The successful candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and is encouraged to engage in leadership and research activities.

Candidates must be BC/BE in Pediatrics with experience managing medical complexity. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a holistic, family-centered approach to healthcare.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be BC/BE in Pediatrics.
• Experience caring for individuals with medical complexity is required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests.

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent

Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable

Job description

Overview

The Division of Complex Health Care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is actively seeking a qualified Pediatrician or Med‑Peds physician to join our team.

The Division provides primary and specialty care to children and adults with complex medical needs. Our service is holistic, family‑centered, and aims to improve health outcomes by reducing fragmentation of care. The Division includes the Complex Health Care Clinic, the Comprehensive Cerebral Palsy Program, and the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding Program. We also have a consultative inpatient program and sponsor a complex care fellowship.

The successful candidate will join an expanding division that consists of an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, dieticians, care coordinators, nurses, medical assistants, and a pharmacist. Opportunities exist to join any of the Division’s programs, as well as other clinical teams at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Numerous opportunities to pursue leadership within the Division exist and are encouraged.

Research, quality improvement, education, and advocacy are core activities of the department. Our program is the lead site for the Cerebral Palsy Research Network. We are actively involved in improving the care for all children in Ohio through our Accountable Care Organization, Partners for Kids.

Candidates must be BC/BE in Pediatrics. Other subspecialists and graduating residents are welcome to apply. Academic rank is open and commensurate with experience. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, be able to think critically, have a strong medical background to provide outstanding medical care, and understand the importance of teamwork. Experience caring for individuals with medical complexity is required. Mid‑senior career preferred but all interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Description Summary

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

Essential Functions

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
• Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
• Stays up‑to‑date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

Education Requirement

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.
• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.

Licensure Requirement

• Medical License in the State of Ohio, required.
• Unrestricted licensed physician, required.

Certifications

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.

Skills

(not specified)

Experience

Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally

• Bend/twist
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
• Chemicals/Medications
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
• Flexing/Extending of neck
• Fume/Gases/Vapors
• Lifting/Carrying: 0‑10 lbs
• Lifting/Carrying: 11‑20 lbs
• Lifting/Carrying: 21‑40 lbs
• Loud Noises
• Patient Equipment
• Pushing/Pulling: 0‑25 lbs
• Reaching above shoulder
• Squat/kneel

Frequently

• Computer skills
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning
• Repetitive hand/arm use
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking

Continuously

• Audible speech
• Color vision
• Decision Making
• Depth perception
• Hearing acuity
• Interpreting Data
• Peripheral vision
• Problem solving
• Seeing – Far/near

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

“The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet”