Pediatrician

SouthernMED; Fayetteville (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthernMED seeks a BC/BE Pediatrician to deliver high-quality pediatric care, including exams, diagnosis, vaccines, and treatment plans for children and adolescents.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, with extensive on-site training and support to help new clinicians transition into pediatric practice. North Carolina licensure is required; on-site work preferred.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases.
• Highly skilled in diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles for pediatrics.
• Up-to-date knowledge of drugs/medications for children and side-effects.
• Experience with traditional and web-based prescription systems.
• Strong listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop informed diagnoses based on child history and exam findings.
• Perform thorough newborn and pediatric examinations.
• Diagnose illnesses and recommend further medical care when needed.
• Advise on diet, exercise, and disease prevention for children.
• Order and interpret lab tests and vaccines per guidelines.
• Prescribe medications with clear usage instructions.
• Maintain confidential medical records for pediatric patients.
• Engage in ongoing pediatric knowledge expansion and training.

Skills

Pediatric epidemiology

Infectious diseases

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Medical degree - Pediatrics

Tools

Prescription systems

Job description

BC/BE Pediatrician

Description

Job Purpose:

Delivers quality healthcare based on an extensive knowledge and thorough understanding of childhood diseases and epidemiology, establishes trust with patients and family members to facilitate professional medical relationships focused on maintaining good health and effectively treating and preventing diseases and illnesses.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome providers at all experience levels and offer extensive on-site training and support to help new clinicians successfully transition into pediatric practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop an informed diagnosis based on technical knowledge and the child's medical history.
2. Performs thorough examinations on newborns and children to monitor and record their health and physical development.
3. Diagnose a sick child's medical condition by performing a thorough examination together with learning of symptoms through in depth questioning.
4. Assess and treat injuries and if appropriate, recommend the child to other physicians based on their medical situation.
5. Inform parents on children's diet, exercise, and disease preventive measures.
6. Recommend and interpret appropriate lab tests results to identify potential infections and/or defects.
7. Dispense vaccines in accordance with applicable governmental guidelines.
8. Prescribe and provide clear instructions for the use of medications.
9. Maintain updated confidential records of child's illnesses, surgeries, and other medical events.
10. Participate in professional development activities to stay up with Pediatric medical advancements and best practices.
11. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Comprehensive knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases.
2. Highly skilled in the application of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques.
3. Up-to-date knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects.
4. Experienced in traditional and web-based prescription systems.
5. Demonstrates active listening skills.
6. Ability to diagnose and problem-solve.
7. Superbly adept in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Licensure Requirements:

Hold an active North Carolina license to practice medicine with a specialty in Pediatrics