Pediatrician (PT) - BHC Oceana, Portsmouth (NMCP), Virginia

The Copper River Family of Companies • Portsmouth, VA

7d • $128 - $138 • Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified part-time Pediatrician to provide comprehensive pediatric medical services in support of Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP). The Pediatrician will care for patients from newborns through young adults and may support General Pediatrics, Newborn Care, Inpatient Pediatric, and Inpatient Newborn Nursery services. Coverage is at the Pediatric BHC Oceana Department at NMCP in Virginia.

This is an independent contractor (1099) contract/coverage engagement. The minimum commitment is 16 hours per pay period, with individual coverage periods lasting at least 6 hours and no more than 12 hours. The designated government representative schedules the days, hours, and shift length; the government supervisor or designee will provide each two-week schedule three months in advance.

The Pediatrician will deliver high-quality patient care, take part in clinical quality and performance-improvement activities, support education and training of healthcare personnel, and comply with applicable military treatment facility, Department of Defense, and professional standards. The role requires maintaining appropriate clinical proficiency, documentation, and patient safety practices, including proficiency with applicable clinical information systems such as MHS GENESIS.

The posting states that the position is not eligible for employee benefits. It also describes benefits available across the Copper River Family of Companies, noting that eligibility depends on employment classification and contract requirements and may vary by position.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Graduation from a qualifying medical school in the United States or Canada; an approved medical school recognized through the applicable AMA/Liaison Committee on Medical Education pathway; an AOA-approved college of osteopathy; or an international medical school with evidence of ECFMG certification.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency.
• Clinical experience sufficient to meet applicable credentialing and competency requirements.
• Maintain a full, current, valid, unrestricted medical license meeting state requirements for the service location; the license may not have limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions.
• An equivalency determination may not be requested as a substitute for the education requirements for this labor category.
• Possess and maintain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Possess and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Board certification in Pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics, an ABMS member, or the AOA Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists, as applicable.
• A recent residency graduate may qualify if within 12 months of residency completion and scheduled for the applicable board examination or awaiting results. Board examination results must be provided to NMCP within one week of receipt; failure to pass makes the candidate ineligible to provide services under the task order.
• Meet one of the experience alternatives: at least one year of full-time Pediatrician experience within the last two years, or graduation from pediatric residency within the last 12 months.
• Meet the base contract requirement for Basic Life Support certification.
• Work at least 16 hours per pay period, with individual coverage periods of 6 to 12 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric medical services to newborns, children, adolescents, and young adults in outpatient and applicable inpatient settings.
• Conduct routine, acute, and chronic medical evaluations and examinations involving all pediatric organ systems.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage pediatric illnesses and conditions, and counsel patients and families appropriately.
• Provide preventive care, including immunizations, screenings, developmental assessments, and routine pediatric examinations.
• Evaluate and provide appropriate care or referrals for developmental and learning disabilities, emotional and adjustment concerns, and suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Perform or clinically oversee appropriate diagnostic and minor surgical procedures within the scope of practice and established clinical protocols.
• Provide clinical oversight, direction, and instruction to healthcare professionals, pediatric residents, students, and supporting clinical personnel.
• Participate in patient-care reviews, peer review, Performance Improvement, Risk Management, and other quality-improvement activities.
• Maintain timely, accurate, concise, and legible medical documentation in accordance with clinic directives and applicable requirements.
• Respond to emergencies, follow established protocols, initiate appropriate interventions, and notify designated personnel when additional assistance is needed.
• Participate in Family Advocacy Program activities as directed, including appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting.
• Attend required meetings, continuing education, in-service training, and MTF annual training programs.
• Maintain productivity consistent with comparable healthcare professionals and practice within clinical, ethical, legal, and professional standards.
• Follow infection-control procedures, aseptic techniques, universal precautions, and infectious-waste requirements.
• Protect patient rights, privacy, and safety; exercise sound clinical judgment and appropriate delegation.
• Maintain proficiency with applicable clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS, and comply with communication and documentation requirements.

Benefits

• The posting states this position is not eligible for employee benefits; company-wide benefits are listed as subject to employment classification and contract requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree