Pediatrician - Primary Care

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community health center is seeking a dedicated Pediatrician to join their collaborative team in Milford. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care, managing chronic diseases, and ensuring adherence to health standards. The center values teamwork and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. With a commitment to serving vulnerable populations, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on community health. Join a thriving organization that prioritizes employee development and provides competitive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health benefits start on first day of employment

Company pays 79% of health insurance premiums

Competitive time off packages

403b Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program 100% paid for by employer

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school (M.D., or D.O.).
• Completion of a Pediatric Residency program.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for acute and chronic illnesses and preventive health services.
• Maintain and update Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a timely manner.

Skills

Patient Care

Preventive Medicine

Chronic Disease Management

Communication Skills

Education

Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.)

Pediatric Residency

Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful career caring for our communities most vulnerable populations?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Full Time Pediatrician based in Milford MA. The Pediatrician is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. As part of the team-based approach to care, the Pediatrician will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, support patients and families in self-management, engage in health center projects aimed at specific patient population needs, and utilize effective communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Job Summary:

Clinical:

1. Adhering to the established preventative health standards according to Practice Standards, manage and maintain a program of comprehensive health for assigned patients to include preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and community health. Provide supportive and definitive care to patients with primary care appropriate medical conditions, based on documented and demonstrated proficiency.
2. Prepares and reviews medical histories and obtains data through interviews. Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, defines and orders required diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
3. Provide medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illness, or requesting preventive health services. Evaluates, diagnoses, treats and makes appropriate use of diagnostic testing and consultation.
4. Determines need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided at the direction of other specialists. Participate in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
5. Prescribes and assesses effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient medical conditions.
6. Meet or Exceed the Health Center’s annual productivity goal specified within the Physician Contract. Maintain an assigned schedule necessary to meet or exceed the Center’s annual minimum expected patient expectations.

Administrative:

1. Maintain and update Electronic Health Records (EHS) in a systematic format and complete required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the assigned manager/director. Ensure that client records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment.

Call:

1. Participate in After Hours Call and Hospital Coverage on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.

Job Requirements:

1. Graduate of an accredited medical school (M.D., or D.O.).
2. MA Board of Registration to practice medicine.
3. Completion of a Pediatric Residency program.
4. Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine within 1 year of Residency completion.

We value our team members and seek to provide opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits:

• Kennedy Community Health seeks to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health benefits start on first day of employment. Company pays 79% of health insurance premiums.
• Competitive time off packages
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program 100% paid for by employer