Physician--Supplemental, Emergency Medicine

PURPOSE OF POSITION : To provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center patients on a supplemental basis. Follows care guideline and treatment protocols for infant; children and adolescent patients and to aid in their mental and physical growth and development.REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
·Patient Care
Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education and experience. Physicians may work in inpatient and/or outpatient settings as needed to ensure appropriate medical staffing. Participate in safe, effective and compassionate patient care, commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility. Examine patients to determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribe and administer medications and immunizations. Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment and discontinuation of care. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient-specific plan of care, treatment and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. May also plan and coordinate care, treatment and rehabilitation for discharged patients.

·Effective Communication
Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred or discharged. Provide data which will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment and the appropriate level of care.

·Regulatory Compliance
Must be credentialed and privileged through the medical staff process and be appointed to the medical staff of CCHMC prior to performing clinical duties.

·Policy Compliance
Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission and applicable laws and regulations. Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge and billing. Review timeliness, accuracy, availability and security of information.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
·Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
·Unrestricted licensed physician
·Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division
·Experience in specialty area may be required based on the physician's assignment
Preferred:
·Adv Cardiovascular Life Supprt
·Pediatric Advanced LifeSupport
·Neonatal Resusucitation
·CPR

Unique Skills
:

·Development
Knowledge of growth and development

·Family-centered care
Understands and support family-centered care

·Clinical Knowledge - Specialty
Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas

·Path/Pharm
Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology

·Diversity Appreciation
Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

·Professional Knowledge/Ability
Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the position

·Availability
Ability to adapt work schedule to meet the demands of the position, possibly including nights and/or weekends

·Communication
Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

·Clinical Skills
Demonstrate skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-child care, management of illness, leadership, consultation, research, teaching and patient/family education.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability

Job

Physician

Shift

Rotating

Job Type

Standard
Department
Emergency Medicine

Employee Status

Regular
FTE
0.03
Weekly Hours
1