Physician-Pediatrician

CENTRAL CITY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INC•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$113 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

Examines children to ensure proper injury care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Requests necessary tests, and follow-up visits, and refers patients to specialists, as necessary. Requires a degree in medicine from an accredited school and is licensed to practice. May report to a medical director. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.

Requirements

MD or DO degree
5+ years’ experience in pediatric medicine
Active California Medical License Required.
Board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics
Active DEA certified
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Ability to plan and be organized.
Ability to work well under pressure, take initiative and be flexible and cooperative.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and Company records.
Ability to work effectively with both employees and managers.
Ability to convey a positive and professional image to patients and employees.
Demonstrated proficiency in various PC applications, including E-mail, Microsoft Excel, and Word, Internet and networking devices.
Required to know, follow and enforce safe work practices, and be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
Experience with EHR (electronic health records) preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms
Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration
Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan
Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures
Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences