Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician - Per Diem - Norwalk, CT

Connecticut Children's; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 230,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children's in Norwalk is seeking a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to deliver high-quality care to patients from birth through adolescence and to work as part of an ED physician team within an integrated academic model.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, collaboration with colleagues, and opportunities for teaching and scholarly activity in a pediatric emergency setting, with a commitment to child health outcomes.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with Pediatric EM board eligibility/certification.
• Prior pediatric emergency department experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric ED patients from birth through adolescence.
• Coordinate patient care with ED team, departments and community providers.
• Participate in teaching and learning within an integrated academic model.
• Provide preventive care through family education and advocacy.

Skills

Pediatric patient care

Team communication

Education/teaching

Education

MD/DO

Pediatric EM board eligibility/certification

Tools

PALS

ATLS

Connecticut Medical License

Job description

Job Description

The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician is accountable for delivering comprehensive quality patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions according to standards of practice for children from birth through adolescence. The incumbent functions as a member of an Emergency Department physician team within an integrated academic model, with the potential for a clinical academic position.

The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician is accountable for delivering comprehensive quality patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions according to standards of practice for children from birth through adolescence. The incumbent functions as a member of an Emergency Department physician team within an integrated academic model, with the potential for a clinical academic position.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, diagnose and initially treat pediatric patients who present in the ED with any symptom, illness, injury or condition and provide services necessary to ameliorate minor illnesses or injuries; stabilize patients with major illnesses or injuries and to assess all patients to determine if additional care is necessary.
• Analyze medical histories, diagnostic lab test and x-ray results and perform physical examinations.
• Coordinate patient care with team members, other departments and community agencies and providers as necessary.
• Participate in teaching and learning in an integrated academic model.
• Practice preventive health care through patient and family education and child health advocacy.
• Participate in peer review, development and consultation.
• Participate in special programs and services as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the age-related differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families.
• Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the Connecticut Children’s STANDARDS.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct reports but oversees Fellows, Residents, Medical Students and Advanced Practice Providers (APRNs & PAs).

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Education Required: MD, MD/PhD, DO degree or equivalent with attainment of Pediatric Emergency Medicine board eligibility/certification.
• Experience Required: Previous pediatric emergency department experience required.

LICENSE And/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Advance Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
• Current Federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration
• Current State of Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.