Physician Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine-Teen Clinic
About The Position
MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience. Mary Bridge Children's multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We're continually recognized as a 'Top Children's Hospital' by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization. Mary Bridge is opening a new Teen Center that will provide comprehensive, integrated and non-judgmental care for adolescent health. The Adolescent Medicine Physician delivers comprehensive, family-centered care to adolescents and young adults (AYA) within a clinic-based setting. This role emphasizes preventive medicine, acute illness management, chronic disease oversight and care coordination, contributing to the overall health and development of the AYA population and support of their families. Adolescent medicine physicians also serve as clinical partners in quality improvement efforts and multidisciplinary care teams aligned with institutional goals. These physicians additionally participate as teachers to the next generation of medical students and residents.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics (residency in internal medicine allowed if adolescent medicine fellowship was completed or a combined medicine-pediatric residency)
- Completion of fellowship in Adolescent Medicine
- Board certified or board-eligible in Adolescent Medicine
- Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Washington
- Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to pediatric populations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills suitable for working with diverse children and families
- BLS certification
- Commitment to professional development and practice improvement
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care through scheduled clinic appointments, assessing growth, development, physical health, behavioral concerns, and acute conditions.
- Implement preventive health strategies, including immunizations, developmental screening, anticipatory guidance, and parental education.
- Diagnose and manage common pediatric illnesses and chronic conditions, coordinating specialty care as needed.
- Diagnose and manage mild to moderate mental health diagnoses to include (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, gender dysphoria).
- Skilled management of sexual health and reproductive health
- Skilled management of patient autonomy and health rights within a variety of age groups in the AYA population
- Document encounters accurately and thoroughly with timely completion in the electronic health record (EHR) to ensure continuity, quality, and compliance.
- Participate in care coordination with APPs, nurses, specialists, and social services to address broader patient needs.
- Engage in peer collaboration, clinical meetings, and case discussions that enhance practice quality, safety, and teamwork.
- Support institutional performance goals, including efforts related to population health, equity, quality measures, and safety protocols.
- Participate in clinical meetings and improvement initiatives, contributing to efforts that enhance patient outcomes and experience.
- Maintain license and appropriate continuing education.
- Adhere to MHS Attendance and Punctuality Policy and Procedure standards, and maintains reliable attendance
Benefits
- Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).
- Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.
- Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.
- Engage in impactful, industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, collaborating closely with our dedicated Research Institute team.
- Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions.
- Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
