Pediatrician

US Pediatric Partners; Spring Lake (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

US Pediatric Partners in North Carolina seeks a BC/BE Pediatrician to provide high-quality pediatric care. The role favors new graduates and offers extensive on-site training and support to help clinicians transition into pediatric practice.

You will deliver comprehensive care, perform newborn and well-child examinations, diagnose illnesses, prescribe treatments, and educate families on health maintenance and disease prevention.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina pediatric license is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pediatric diseases and epidemiology.
• Strong communication and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with both traditional and web-based prescribing systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop diagnosis based on patient history and exam results.
• Perform thorough newborn and pediatric exams and document growth.
• Explain conditions, prevention, and treatment plans to families.
• Prescribe medications and vaccines per guidelines.
• Maintain confidential medical records and participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Pediatrics epidemiology

Clinical diagnosis

Communication skills

Active listening

Problem-solving

Education

North Carolina medical license (Pediatrics)

Tools

Electronic prescription systems

Job description

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

BC/BE Pediatrician

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:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases.
• Highly skilled in the application of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques.
• Up-to-date knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects.
• Experienced in traditional and web-based prescription systems.
• Demonstrates active listening skills.
• Ability to diagnose and problem-solve.
• 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