Pediatric Urgent Care Physician - Per Diem - Farmington, CT

Connecticut Children's; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric health system is seeking a Pediatric Urgent Care Physician for a per diem position in Farmington, CT. This role includes responsibilities such as diagnosing and treating patients and ensuring high-quality care is provided. Ideal candidates have a medical degree and experience in pediatric urgent care, along with a commitment to advancing children's health.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in Pediatric Urgent Care or Emergency Medicine preferred.
• Must possess current unrestricted license to practice in the State of CT.
• DEA with Controlled Substance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic healthcare services including examination and treatment of patients.
• Take medical histories, conduct examinations, and create treatment plans.
• Perform minor surgical procedures and document patient encounters accurately.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

MD or DO Degree

Graduate from accredited school of medicine

Successful completion of an approved residency training program

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pediatric Urgent Care Physician will be responsible for providing medical attention to patients (up through adolescence) on a walk-in and self-schedule basis. This will include assessing, diagnosing, treating and explaining procedures and discussing test results or prescribed treatments with patients/family members. The Pediatric Urgent Care Physician will work with a team to provide the high quality care to each patient/family specific to their condition.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pediatric Urgent Care Physician will be responsible for providing medical attention to patients (up through adolescence) on a walk-in and self-schedule basis. This will include assessing, diagnosing, treating and explaining procedures and discussing test results or prescribed treatments with patients/family members. The Pediatric Urgent Care Physician will work with a team to provide the high quality care to each patient/family specific to their condition.

Responsibilities

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide diagnostic healthcare services to patients of all ages through adolescence, including examination of patients for broad spectrum of illness, injury.
• Take medical histories, examine patients, order diagnostic testing, interpret test results, make diagnoses, create treatment plans and order appropriate medications.
• Perform minor surgical procedures including laceration repair, incision and drainage, and foreign body removal; anxiolysis/minimal sedation
• Perform splinting and casting for minor orthopedic injuries; eye irrigation/decontamination
• Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately.
• Conduct follow up calls to patients; handle incoming patient, pharmacy or physician calls
• Provide health promotion, education and counseling for patient/families related to medication, diagnosis, health issues and coping strategies.
• Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
• Participate in the identification and implementation of opportunities to enhance patient and family satisfaction.
• Participate in efforts to ensure compliance with JCAHO standards and other applicable accreditation and regulatory standards.
• May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Academic appointments may be available with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.
  
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Teaching and supervision of pediatrics residents, advanced practice nursing students when present.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Graduate from accredited school of medicine required
• MD or DO Degree
• 2 or more years of experience in Pediatric Urgent Care or Emergency Medicine preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Successful completion of an approved residency training program
  
  
  

LICENSE And/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Must possess current unrestricted license to practice in the State of CT and must be maintained thereafter
• DEA with Controlled Substance required and must be maintained thereafter
• Board certified/board eligible in Pediatrics. Board certification in Family Practice or Internal Medicine considered if accompanied by significant clinical experience in Pediatric Urgent Care
  
  
  

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.

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