Physician - Outpatient Pediatrician Kalamazoo/Portage, MI

Bronson Battle Creek • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

Bronson Rambling Road Pediatrics in Kalamazoo, MI is currently seeking a full-time board certified/eligible Pediatrician to join their established outpatient practice. The candidate will work alongside eleven Pediatricians, six APP's and one Pediatric Psychologist. This is a hospital-employed position working Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM and 8 AM to 1 PM on Saturdays with a rotational schedule. There will be limited call with the other providers in the practice.

Requirements

• BC/BE in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics).
• Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care.
• Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required.
• Current Medical License in the state of Michigan.
• Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
• Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating clinical patients to meet their medical needs.
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to patients and families.
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
• Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care.
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
• Orders studies, tests and ancillary services.
• Documents all services in patient medical records.
• Reviews long-term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
• Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements.
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees