Pediatric Pulmonologist - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Connecticut Children's•Hartford, CT

11h

About The Position

The Pediatric Pulmonologist diagnoses, treats, and manages children, adolescents, and young adults with conditions ranging from simple to complex, including chronic cough, recurrent pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic mechanical ventilation, interstitial lung disease, and sleep-disordered breathing. The role is accountable for providing comprehensive, high-quality patient care in accordance with professional standards and works as part of an interdisciplinary team within an integrated academic model. The position includes clinical care, participation in teaching and learning, academic and scholarly work, and divisional citizenship. The physician participates in 24-hour pediatric call coverage and oversees fellows, residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers, though there are no direct reports.

Requirements

MD or DO degree.
Completed pediatric fellowship training.
Board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology; if not board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology, must be board certified in Pediatrics.
Licensed and registered and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut.
Active and unrestricted D.E.A. Certificate.

Responsibilities

Assess, evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients.
Perform and/or order clinically appropriate procedures for each patient.
Review medical histories, diagnostic laboratory tests and x-ray results, and clinical examinations; perform physical examinations; formulate a diagnosis and plan of care; and document in accordance with applicable professional standards, payer requirements, and divisional policies and procedures.
Prescribe clinically appropriate medications and treatments.
Refer patients to other physicians, specialists, and health care providers when necessary.
Maintain accurate, complete, appropriate, timely, and legible medical records for professional services provided.
Use and promote evidence-based clinical practice.
Regularly review long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention.
Consult with the Medical Director and other medical professionals as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education.
Participate in hospital quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs.
Participate in teaching and learning within an integrated academic model.
Provide preventive health care through patient and family education and child health advocacy.
Participate in peer review, development, and consultation.
Participate in assigned special programs and services.
Perform academic and scholarly work and contribute to division citizenship as directed by the division chief.
Participate in 24-hour pediatric call coverage.
Provide documentation that meets insurance company requirements and appeal denials in a timely manner.
Assist with resolving patient complaints, requests, and inquiries.
Oversee fellows, residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers (APRNs and PAs).
Perform other duties as assigned.