Neonatologist (Full Time) - Jupiter, FL

Nicklaushealth; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Pediatric Physician dedicated to the clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary team. This role involves delivering high-quality medical care, participating in teaching, and engaging in research and publishing activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to academic pediatrics and exceptional clinical skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to improve patient care in a diverse and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board.
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services including history taking, examinations, and treatment planning.
• Teaches and supervises medical students and residents.
• Participates in research and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Exceptional clinical skills

Research abilities

Teaching skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)

Current state medical license

Job description

Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

• Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment.
• Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.).
• Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs.
• Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.
• Directly provides clinical services to patients including, but not limited to: performing and recording history and physical examinations, recording and interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications as required, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.
• Makes suggestions to Department Director and/or attending staff that may be beneficial to the improvement of the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing.
• Participates in teaching of and is role model to medical students and residents.
• Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school
• Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills and have a commitment to academic pediatrics.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.