PEM Attending Physician (M89921)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced attending physician to join the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine. You will provide direct patient care for pediatric ED patients and lead a team of residents and medical students.

The role emphasizes teaching, supervision, and active participation in quality improvement initiatives, department committees, and interdepartmental collaborations to improve outcomes. Strong documentation and crisis management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
• Current Virginia medical license or ability to obtain.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for pediatric Emergency Medicine patients.
• Supervise and teach Emergency Medicine residents, pediatric residents and medical students.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department committees.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Participate in department meetings and educational conferences.
• Assist with trauma resuscitations and critical care stabilization.
• Provide consultation to other departments as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Quality improvement

Collaboration

Professionalism

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification in Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Virginia medical license or ability to obtain

Residency in Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Job description

VCU Health - Richmond, VA

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for pediatric Emergency Medicine patients
• Supervise and teach Emergency Medicine residents, pediatric residents and medical students
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department committees
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Participate in department meetings and educational conferences
• Assist with trauma resuscitations and critical care stabilization
• Provide consultation to other departments as needed

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from accredited institution
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Current Virginia medical license or ability to obtain
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certification
• Completion of accredited Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine residency
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Previous academic medical center experience
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Research experience or publications
• Teaching experience with residents and medical students