Urgent Care Contingent Physician-1

ACEP Now; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ACEP Now is seeking a board-certified/eligible pediatrician to join our urgent care services in the Columbus area. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with eight-hour shifts and requires Ohio medical licensure.

The candidate should have experience in general pediatric practice, urgent care, or emergency medicine and be prepared to contribute to patient care, education, and collaborative teams in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• Licensure to practice medicine in Ohio is required.
• Experience in pediatric care, urgent care, or emergency medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses pediatric conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans and monitors progress.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in care.
• Educates patients and families and coordinates with other clinicians.
• Maintains medical records and participates in teaching activities.

Skills

Pediatrics board certified/eligible

Clinical diagnosis and patient care

Communication with families

Education

MD or DO (US)

Fellowship trained (where applicable)

Job description

Overview:

Candidates must be board certified/eligible in Pediatrics. Experience in general pediatric practice, urgent care or emergency medicine is desired. A minimum of 2 years pediatric or family medicine experience is preferred.
The position offers a flexible schedule. The duration of shifts is primarily eight hours.
Nationwide Children’s currently has seven Urgent Care locations in the Columbus area.

Job Description Summary:

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.


• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.


• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.


• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.


• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.


• Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.


• Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

Education Requirement:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.


• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.

Licensure Requirement:

• Medical License in the State of Ohio, required.


• Unrestricted licensed physician, required.

Certifications:

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.

Skills:

(not specified)

Experience:

Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing - Far/near

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet