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

The Copper River Family of Companies•Portsmouth, VA

6d•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 position serves pediatric 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. The Pediatrician provides high-quality patient care, participates in clinical quality and performance improvement activities, supports education and training of healthcare personnel, and complies with applicable military treatment facility, Department of Defense, and professional standards. The position is structured as an independent contractor (1099) engagement and is not eligible for employee benefits. The role requires a minimum of 16 hours per pay period, with individual coverage periods of at least 6 and no more than 12 hours. Specific days, hours, and shift length are scheduled by the designated government representative. The schedule for each two-week period is provided three months in advance by the government supervisor or designee.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (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 accredited residency approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
Clinical experience sufficient to meet applicable credentialing and competency requirements.
A full, current, valid, unrestricted medical license meeting the state requirements for the service location; the license may not have limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification recognized by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Basic Life Support certification required under the base contract.
Board certification in Pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics, an ABMS member board, 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. 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 following experience criteria: at least one year of full-time experience as a Pediatrician within the last two years, or graduation from pediatric residency within the last 12 months.
Minimum of 16 hours per pay period, with each coverage period lasting at least 6 and no more than 12 hours.

Responsibilities

Provide a full range of 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 medical conditions, and provide appropriate counseling to patients and families.
Provide preventive healthcare services, 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 effectively to emergency patient situations, 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 established clinical, ethical, legal, and professional standards.
Follow infection-control procedures, aseptic techniques, universal precautions, and infectious-waste requirements.
Maintain awareness of patient rights, privacy, safety, and professional accountability, and exercise appropriate clinical judgment and delegation.
Maintain proficiency with applicable clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS, and comply with communication and documentation requirements.