Physician-Pediatric (Geauga) UHMP-66214

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Surgeon to enhance their dynamic team at a leading medical center. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while training the next generation of medical professionals. As a Pediatric Surgeon, you will manage direct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments, ensuring the highest standards of medical practice. Join a collaborative environment that emphasizes quality care and continuous improvement, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the community's health. If you are passionate about pediatrics and committed to excellence, this position is an exciting chance to further your career.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license required.
• Fellowship training in some specialties is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct patient care including evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment.
• Supervise medical students and residents in specialty activities.

Skills

Medical Evaluation

Patient Care Management

Pharmaceutical Prescribing

Supervision of Medical Students

Infection Control Standards

Communication Skills

EPIC Software

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Description - Physician-Pediatric (Geauga) UHMP-66214 (240003L0)

Position Location: UH Geauga Medical Center, Ohio

Specialty: Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics at University Hospitals Geauga is in search of a Pediatric Surgeon to join our dynamic healthcare team and help continue with our excellent patient care. Appointment at the level of Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or full Professor is available commensurate with experience.

University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, a campus of UH Regional Hospitals offers the highest level of comprehensive medical care in the county. We offer urgent care and emergency room services, a Level 3 Trauma Center, comprehensive imaging facilities, specialized medical care from nationally recognized experts and a network of physician practices at a number of convenient locations, including our main campus at UH Geauga Medical Center as well as UH Geauga Health Center, UH Chesterland Health Center, and network of primary care doctors.

Compensation is highly competitive.

Position Summary:

Provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice or for a specified patient population.

Essential Functions:

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Maintain department productivity thresholds.
• Maintain faculty status in good standing with the CWRU SOM (if applicable).
• Adhere to core physician obligations as outlined in the Physician Policy Manual.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license Required.

Work Experience:

• Fellowship Training in some specialties Required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. Required.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Required.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. Required.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise. Required.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. Required.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. Required.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. Required.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Required.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. Required.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. Required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Required.
• Experience using EPIC Preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State of Ohio and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty. Required.