Physician, Fetal Care - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Connecticut Children's Medical Center; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children's in Hartford, CT is seeking a Fetal Care Physician for a full-time, on-site role. The physician will evaluate and treat fetal patients, participate in team rounds and multidisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to teaching, research, and program development.

This position reports to the Division Chief of Fetal Care and will involve building the fetal care center, maintaining accurate records, and advancing evidence-based practice while supporting quality improvement

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board eligible or certified in Pediatric Surgery or Maternal-Fetal Medicine with advanced fetal care training.
• Licensed and registered in Connecticut with active and unrestricted medical credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, diagnose and treat fetal anomalies.
• Participate in team meetings and rounds with multidisciplinary fetal care teams.
• Foster growth of the fetal care center and maintain accurate medical records.
• Engage in education, research, and quality improvement activities.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, neonatologists, and other specialists to optimize patient care.

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification in Pediatric Surgery or Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Job description

Physician, Fetal Care - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Hartford, CT, United States (On-site)

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About Us

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Fetal Care Physician’s responsibilities will include a combination of administrative, clinical, research and educational duties.The Physician is responsible for evaluation and treatment of fetal patients. They will participate in team meetings, rounds, as well as have a broad multidisciplinary relationships with the fetal care team, neonatal intensivists, maternal fetal medicine specialists as well as anesthesiologists. The Physician will be responsible for fostering an environment of professionalism and enhancing growth and education in fetal care. This position will report directly to the Division Chief of Fetal Care and Surgeon in Chief.

Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, diagnose and treat fetal anomalies.
• Performs and/or orders clinically appropriate procedures for each patient.
• Analyze medical histories, diagnostic lab test and x-ray results, clinical examinations and perform physical examinations in formulating a diagnosis, plan of care and documenting in conformity with applicable professional standards, third party payer requirements and the Division’s policies and procedures.
• Provide exceptional health care delivery to fetal patients for the hospital.
• Works collaboratively with and refers patients to other physicians, including other specialists and health care practitioners, when necessary.
• Foster collaboration within the department and interdepartmentally.
• Fosters collaboration and strategic relationships with regional hospital systems and providers.
• Work collaboratively with division chief and fetal care team to build the fetal care center.
• Keeps and maintains accurate, complete, appropriate, timely and legible medical records relating to all professional services provided.
• Uses and promotes evidence-based clinical practice.
• Reviews on a regular basis long-term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
• Identifies opportunities for enhancing quality care while supporting quality improvement projects that are consistent with Joint Commission standards as well as institutional priorities.
• Participate in education of students, residents, and fellows, including their development.
• Participate in clinical activities as well as research.
• Maintain the requirements for an academic appointment at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees the division including Physicians, Fellows, Residents, Medical Students and Advanced Practice Providers (APRNs & PAs).

Qualifications

EDUCATIONand/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Graduate from accredited school of medicine required
• MD, DO degree
• Completed Board required training

LICENSE and/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Board eligible or certified in Pediatric surgery or maternal fetal medicine with advanced training in fetal care
• Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut
• Active and Unrestricted D.E.A. Certificate

Connecticut Children's is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, national orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2975
• Posting Date 05/01/2025, 06:00 PM
• Job Shift Varies
• Locations 282 Washington Street, Hartford, CT, 06106, US (On-site)
• Scheduled Days and Hours Weekdays, Business Hours