Urgent Care Contingent Physician-1

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Board certified/eligible pediatrician to join its urgent care team. A flexible schedule and eight-hour shifts are offered, with preferred experience in pediatric or family medicine.

The role emphasizes comprehensive pediatric care, efficient patient flow, and teamwork across departments. Ohio medical licensure and fellowship training are valued, and opportunities exist for teaching residents and students.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• Medical license in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum 2 years pediatric or family medicine experience.
• Experience in urgent care or emergency medicine preferred.
• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions in urgent care settings.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients following established protocols.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicates with patients and families to provide education and support.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and coordinates care with other health care professionals.
• Participates in 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.

Skills

Pediatrics

Urgent care

Emergency medicine

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship training

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.Job Description: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/kneelFREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, WalkingCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/nearAdditional 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\"