Senior Pediatric Developmental-Behavioral Physician

01 ETCH East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is seeking a qualified physician to manage medical aspects of patient care through written medical protocols, under Tennessee regulations. You will supervise mid-level staff and collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure high quality pediatric care.

The role requires MD, current DEA and DPS registrations, and at least 1 year of pediatrics experience preferred. Strong communication and clinical decision-making are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must hold MD with current DEA and DPS registrations.
• Minimum of 1 year pediatric experience preferred.
• Supervisory responsibilities: YES.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating clinical patients.
• Diagnose and treat acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
• Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
• Orders studies, test and ancillary services.
• Maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records.
• Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with regulatory standards.
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.

Skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Education

MD

Job description

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is seeking a qualified physician to manage medical aspects of patient care through written medical protocols, under Tennessee regulations. You will supervise mid-level staff and collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure high quality pediatric care.

The role requires MD, current DEA and DPS registrations, and at least 1 year of pediatrics experience preferred. Strong communication and clinical decision-making are essential for this position.