Pediatrician (PT) - Portsmouth (NMCP), Virginia

The Copper River Family of Companies • Portsmouth, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a part-time Pediatrician to provide comprehensive pediatric medical services in support of Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP). The position serves patients from newborns through young adults and may support General Pediatrics, Newborn Care, Inpatient Pediatric, and Inpatient Newborn Nursery services at the NMCP Pediatric Department. This is a 1099 independent-contractor coverage engagement requiring a minimum of 16 hours per pay period, with individual coverage periods of 6 to 12 hours. The government representative schedules the days, hours, and shift lengths; schedules for each two-week period are provided three months in advance.

The Pediatrician provides high-quality clinical care, participates in quality and performance improvement, supports healthcare personnel education and training, and follows applicable MTF, Department of Defense, and professional standards. The role requires an unrestricted medical license, specified pediatric certifications, and board certification or qualifying recent-residency status. The posting states a pay range of $140–$150 USD. Although company benefits are described, this contractor position is not eligible for employee benefits; the posting notes that benefits eligibility varies by employment classification and contract requirements.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree from a qualifying medical school, including eligible U.S., Canadian, approved osteopathic, or qualifying international medical schools with ECFMG certification.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency.
• Clinical experience sufficient to meet applicable credentialing and competency requirements.
• Full, current, valid, unrestricted medical license meeting the state requirements for the service location; the license must have no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Pediatrics board certification through the American Board of Pediatrics (ABMS) or the AOA Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists, as applicable; a recent residency graduate may qualify if within 12 months of completion and scheduled for the board examination or awaiting results.
• If qualifying under the recent-residency exception, provide board examination results 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 pathways: 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 Basic Life Support certification requirement.
• Minimum availability of 16 hours per pay period; individual coverage periods are 6 to 12 hours.
• Maintain proficiency with applicable clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric medical services to newborns, children, adolescents, and young adults in outpatient and applicable inpatient settings.
• Conduct routine, acute, and chronic evaluations and examinations across pediatric organ systems.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage pediatric illnesses and conditions, and counsel patients and families.
• Provide preventive care, including immunizations, screenings, developmental assessments, and routine 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 scope of practice and established 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 emergency patient situations, follow protocols, initiate interventions, and notify designated personnel when additional assistance is needed.
• Participate in Family Advocacy Program activities as directed, including 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 appropriate clinical judgment and delegation; and maintain proficiency with applicable clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS.

Benefits

• The position is not eligible for employee benefits because it is a 1099 independent-contractor engagement.
• The company describes medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent-care FSA; HSA for a high-deductible medical plan; 401(k) with employer match; open leave policy and paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; transportation expense account; employee assistance program; and other benefits. Eligibility depends on employment classification and contract requirements.

What This Job Offers

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