Emergency Medicine Physician (PRN)

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center seeks an Emergency Medicine Physician responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, overseeing medical teams, engaging in research and education, and contributing to advocacy efforts. The candidate must hold an M.D. degree and have a commitment to ethical medical practices within a pediatric healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Fully licensed and credentialed attending physician.
• Commitment to continuing medical education.
• Ability to evaluate patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide ethical, professional clinical services.
• Oversee medical care teams and manage patient care.
• Participate in advocacy and public policy efforts.

Skills

Knowledge of current medical evaluation

Diagnosis and treatment principles

Supervisory skills

Education

Medical Doctor (M.D.) degree

Job description

Job Description

The Emergency Medicine Physician (CA) will be responsible for patient care in hospital and clinic settings, as well as participating in research, education, and advocacy initiatives as directed by the Division Chief and/or Executive Director.

Qualifications

Minimum Education
Medical Doctor (M.D.) degree from an accredited medical school. Fully licensed and credentialed as an attending physician at Children’s National Medical Center. (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of current medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment principles; understanding of legal and ethical standards; ability to evaluate patients independently; ethical patient care discussion skills; supervisory skills; commitment to continuing medical education; compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Functional Accountabilities

Commitment to World Class Care

• Provide ethical, professional, timely clinical services; participate in family-centered care; communicate compassionately.

• Oversee medical care teams; manage patient care; refer to specialists; provide on-call services as assigned.

• Use chain of command appropriately; improve care continuity and communication; respond promptly to team and physician inquiries.

• Maintain a safe environment following CNMC safety standards; communicate expectations clearly to trainees.

Commitment to Advocacy

• Participate in CNMC advocacy efforts and public policy efforts promoting pediatric health.

Commitment to Research

• Conduct relevant research; enroll patients in studies; review manuscripts; publish; apply for research grants; participate in research groups.

Commitment to Education

• Engage in medical education activities; supervise and train staff and students; provide feedback; ensure proper orientation.

Commitment to Quality & Compliance

• Follow policies and standards; complete documentation; participate in quality improvement; report errors; engage in safety initiatives.

Organizational Accountabilities

Demonstrate customer responsiveness, teamwork, problem-solving, cost management, and safety practices.

Location

District of Columbia-Washington, CN Hospital (Main Campus), 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington 20010

Position Status: R (Regular) - O - PRN

Job Posting: May 23, 2025

Salary Range: $150,000 - $450,000

Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The policy ensures a drug-free workplace, including restrictions on recreational or prescribed marijuana use in accordance with hospital policy.