Pediatrician

Northern Valley Indian Health; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation

Job summary

Northern Valley Indian Health in California is seeking a Pediatrician for our Children's Health Center to provide direct medical services to a diverse pediatric population. The role supports collaboration with mid-level providers and the clinical team, with emphasis on preventative care and patient education.

The position may be full-time or part-time, with consideration for licensure in California, DEA registration, CPR certification, and ongoing professional development to maintain high

Qualifications

• Licensed California physician with pediatric care expertise.
• Two years of clinical experience in primary care; residency may be considered.
• Current DEA registration and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical services to pediatric patients.
• Assist mid-level providers in clinic care.
• Review and revise department protocols and procedures.
• Maintain standards of patient care and clinic policies.
• Evaluate labs, X-rays, and tests; prescribe treatment as needed.
• Refer complex cases to specialists when necessary.
• Promote preventive medicine and health education.

Skills

Direct medical services

Team collaboration with mid-levels

Preventive medicine education

Education

Board Certified in Pediatrics

CA Medical License

Job description

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation For Eligible New Hires!

***We welcome applicants with valid licensure from any U.S. state or territory.***

As a full-time or part-time Pediatrician at our Children's Health Center, you will work in a clinical setting provide top quality care to our diverse young patient base. We are seeking someone who is passionate about caring for children and treating their medical needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct medical services
• Provide assistance to mid-level providers as they care for clinic patients.
• Provide assistance in establishment, review and revision of CCC Medical Department protocols, policies and procedures.
• Maintains the standards of patient care and implements the policies and procedures of the Medical Department.
• Evaluate abnormal laboratory studies, X-rays and other tests and prescribe treatment as necessary.
• Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists if problem cannot be treated in-house.
• Work in conjunction with other Medical Clinic personnel in providing ongoing health education and information on preventative medicine.
• Assist Clinical staff in quality assurance and peer review.
• Responsible for obtaining necessary continuing medical education credits.
• Responsible for keeping medical license, DEA registration, and CPR certification current.
• Responsible for communicating problems identified involving personnel, medical staff, patients, families and the general public to the Clinic Manager.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining professional relationship with ancillary medical, laboratory and pharmaceutical services within the community.

Indian preference. Preference in filling vacancies is give to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, NVIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keyword: Physician

Required Experience:

• Licensed California Physician - Board Certified in Pediatrics preferred.
• Prior experience in a pediatric practice or clinic required
• Two (2) years clinical experience in direct delivery of primary care. Residency experience may be considered.
• Current DEA registration.
• Current CPR certification.
• Sensitive to Native American culture and health needs.
• Current California Driver's License and proof of personal liability automobile insurance as required by California state law.

From: Northern Valley Indian Health