Pediatric Gastroenterology - Staff Physician Opportunity

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is looking for a Staff Physician in Gastroenterology to enhance clinic availability at outpatient locations. The ideal candidate will provide safe medical care to pediatric patients, ensure compliance with care guidelines, and actively engage in department initiatives.

The role involves direct patient care, effective communication with team members, and maintaining professional knowledge through ongoing education. Interested candidates must possess an MD/DO and unrestricted physician license. Cincinnati Children’s promotes an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Must have MD/DO or equivalent pediatrician qualifications.
• Unrestricted licensed physician status is required.
• Board certification or eligibility in pediatrics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients.
• Examine patients to determine disease presence and establish health practices.
• Participate in clinical education and maintain currency in the field.
• Comply with policies protecting patient rights and confidentiality.
• May work at locations outside of the Burnet Campus.

Skills

Clinical Care Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology Knowledge

Clinical Education Knowledge

Professional Knowledge/Ability

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

MD/DO or equivalent pediatrician

Unrestricted licensed physician

Approval/credentialing from Cincinnati Children's Medical Staff Services Division

Completion of applicable HR pre-employment tasks

Job description

Gastroenterology - Staff Physician Opportunity

This position has been opened to increase clinic availability at our outpatient locations to provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's patients. The physician will follow care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescents to aid in their mental and physical growth and development. Participation in all department and division activities and initiatives while maintaining good standing is expected.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care

  • Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education, and experience.
  • Participate in safe, effective, and compassionate patient care commensurate with level of advancement and responsibility.
  • Examine patients to determine presence of disease and establish preventive health practices.
  • Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribe and administer medications and immunizations.
  • Perform procedures, collect and analyze data, and make decisions regarding patient care, including screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment, and discontinuation of care.
  • Formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient‑specific plan for care, treatment and rehabilitation based on assessment.
  • Plan and coordinate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for discharged patients.

• Effective Communication

  • Exchange appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred, or discharged.
  • Provide data contributing to the assessment of a patient’s needs and the organization’s capability to provide care or treatment and appropriate level of care.

• Development of Clinical Excellence

  • Actively participate in department/division and system learner training and educational programs.
  • Maintain currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.

• Policy Compliance

  • Maintain good standing in the department by compliance with licensure and credentialing criteria.
  • Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge, and billing.
  • Review timeliness, accuracy, availability, and security of information.
• Clinicians may be asked to work at locations outside of the Burnet Campus.

Education / Experience

• MD/DO or equivalent pediatrician
• Unrestricted licensed physician
• Approval/credentialing from Cincinnati Children's Medical Staff Services Division
• Completion of applicable HR pre‑employment and new employment orientation tasks

Preferred

• Board certified or board eligible in pediatrics

Unique Skills

• Clinical Care Skills: Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well‑childcare, and management of illness
• Clinical Knowledge: Specialty professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas
• Path/Pharm Knowledge: Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology
• Clinical Education Knowledge: Knowledge and skill in patient and/or family education
• Professional Knowledge/Ability: Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.