Physician Pediatric

Job Description

Job Description

Description : JOB SUMMARY

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be implemented as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to this position. Depending on the size of the facility, the job duties may vary. Receipt of this job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind. The employment with the company is at-will.

POSITION SUMMARY

Diagnoses and treats acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES

• Obtains, analyzes, and interprets minor patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Diagnoses or treats acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries.
• Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions.
• Prescribes medications.
• Educates minor patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses.
• Orders, performs, or interprets the results of diagnostic tests.
• Maintains complete and detailed records of minor patients' health care plans and prognoses.
• Detects and responds to adverse drug reactions.
• Perform follow-up visits to monitor minor patients or evaluate health or illness care.
• Performs routine or annual physical examinations.
• Supervises or coordinates patient care or support staff activities.
• Maintains current knowledge of state legal regulations for nurse practitioner practice.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems.
• Obtains health information from patient.
• Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems.
• Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with minor patients.
• Educations minor patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc.
• Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests.
• Interprets test results to diagnosis any related health issues.
• Counsel minor patients about compliance with medication.
• Assists in pre-operation or post-operation care.
• Coordinates activities of patient care.
• Document patient progress with medication or treatment.
• Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, including healthcare professional staff to form a high performing medical team. Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

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