Neonatology - Staff Physician ll or lll

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center•Cincinnati, OH

57d•Onsite

About The Position

We're experts in caring for newborns. You can rest assured that the Cincinnati Children's neonatal team provides state-of-the-art treatment for fragile and critically ill newborns, based on the latest in research. Our neonatology program is nationally ranked in the top ten in the 2024-25 list of Best Children's Hospitals published by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to the challenging and dynamic clinical experience, inpatient staff physicians have opportunities to participate in quality improvement, clinical guideline development and implementation, resident and medical student education, and clinical research. PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center patients. Follows care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescents to aid their mental and physical growth and development. Participates in all department/division activities and initiatives. Maintains good standing in the department.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent
Unrestricted licensed physician
Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division
Staff Physician 2 requirements: 2 years related experience
Staff Physician 3 requirements: 5 years related experience
Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-childcare, and management of illness
Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to evaluate and treat complex patients in one or more specialty areas.
Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology
Knowledge and skill in patient and/or family education
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 integrate with others who are different from oneself successfully.
Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively fulfill the position's responsibilities.
Excellent verbal, written, and/or interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in pediatrics.
Adv Cardiovascular Life Support
CPR

Responsibilities

Patient Care - Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education, and experience. Participate in safe, effective, and compassionate patient care commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility. Examine patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury and 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. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor, and modify a patient-specific plan for 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 that 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.
Development of Clinical Excellence - Actively participates in department/division and system learner training and educational programs. Maintains currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
Policy Compliance - Maintains good standing in the department by compliance with licensure and credentialing criteria. Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission handling 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.

Benefits

Medical coverage starting day one of employment.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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