Pediatrician (FT) - Portsmouth (NMCP), Virginia

The Copper River Family of Companies • Portsmouth, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified full-time Pediatrician to provide comprehensive medical services to patients from newborns through young adults in support of Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP). The position is based in the Pediatric Department and may provide services in General Pediatrics, Newborn Care, Inpatient Pediatrics, and the Inpatient Newborn Nursery. The Pediatrician will deliver high-quality care, participate in quality and performance improvement activities, support healthcare personnel education and training, and comply with applicable military treatment facility, Department of Defense, and professional standards.

The role is structured as an independent contractor (1099) engagement and is not eligible for employee benefits. The government representative schedules the specific days, hours, and shift lengths. The schedule for each two-week period is provided three months in advance. The position requires a minimum of 16 hours per pay period, with individual coverage periods of at least six and no more than 12 hours.

The Pediatrician must hold an M.D. or D.O., meet the specified medical education and residency requirements, maintain an unrestricted medical license, and hold required NRP and PALS certifications and applicable Pediatrics board certification. Candidates must have at least one year of full-time Pediatrician experience within the last two years or be a recent pediatric residency graduate within the last 12 months.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Graduation from a qualifying U.S. or Canadian medical school, an applicable AMA/Liaison Committee on Medical Education-recognized school, an AOA-approved college of osteopathy, or an international medical school with evidence of ECFMG certification.
• Completion of an ACGME-approved residency.
• Clinical experience sufficient to meet applicable credentialing and competency requirements.
• Full, current, valid, unrestricted medical license meeting state requirements for the location of service; 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.
• Pediatrics board certification through the American Board of Pediatrics 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; results must be provided to NMCP within one week of receipt, and failure to pass makes the candidate ineligible to provide services under the task order.
• Either 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 availability of 16 hours per pay period; individual coverage periods must be at least six and no more than 12 hours.
• Maintain proficiency with applicable clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS, and comply with communication and documentation requirements.

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.
• Provide preventive care, including immunizations, screenings, developmental assessments, and routine examinations.
• Evaluate and provide care or referrals for developmental and learning disabilities, emotional and adjustment concerns, and suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Perform or clinically oversee diagnostic and minor surgical procedures within the 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 appropriate interventions, and notify designated personnel when additional assistance is required.
• Participate in Family Advocacy Program activities as directed, including medical examinations, 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 applicable 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 clinical information systems, including MHS GENESIS.

Benefits

• The position is not eligible for employee benefits. The posting separately describes company benefits, with eligibility dependent on employment classification and applicable contract requirements: medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent-care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account for the high-deductible medical plan; 401(k) with employer match; open leave policy; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; transportation expense account; and employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree