Physician-Pediatrics-Claremore

Cherokee Nation•Claremore, OK

About The Position

The Physician-Pediatrics provides medical care to eligible individuals in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. The physician performs duties within their credentials and privileges, serves as a patient advocate, and contributes to Cherokee Nation Health Services objectives through clinical care, committee participation, education, and community activities. The role may include serving as a Medical Director or Supervisor for a clinic, specialty, or health program. In that capacity, the physician provides medical leadership and direction in coordination with the Executive Medical Director and Deputy Medical Director, monitors the scope and quality of professional services, coordinates and delegates staff activities, supports departmental operations, maintains records and submits reports, reviews medical emergency transports and medication errors, and ensures regular medical staff meetings are held. The physician supervises assigned staff and complies with applicable policies, professional ethics, and HIPAA confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

Doctoral degree as a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); no substitutions.
At least two years of experience in a related field.
Licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of Oklahoma.
Maintain CPR and ACLS certifications and/or PALS certification.
Possess a valid driver's license and a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets Cherokee Nation underwriting requirements.
Meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication requirements for childcare.
Comply with HIPAA regulations and maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, and to deliver effective, persuasive presentations on complex or controversial topics to management, public groups, or boards.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and mathematical operations to statistical and analytical tasks.
Knowledge of contact management systems and database software.
Ability to apply logical or scientific reasoning to intellectual and practical problems and work with complex symbolic, abstract, and concrete variables.

Responsibilities

Provide healthcare services to individuals eligible under the applicable Cherokee Nation agreements.
Elicit and record patients' medical histories and serve as a patient advocate in the clinical setting.
Examine patients to assess their general physical condition.
Order or perform tests and analyze diagnostic images to evaluate patients' conditions.
Analyze examination and test findings and diagnose conditions.
Administer or prescribe treatments and medications.
Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for specialized treatment.
Perform medical duties in the chosen specialty according to credentials and privileges granted by Cherokee Nation.
Inoculate and vaccinate patients against communicable diseases.
Conduct physical examinations for school admission, employment consideration, or insurance eligibility.
Advise patients about diet, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Participate in or chair assigned committee meetings.
Participate in community health fairs and provide education to schools or community organizations.
Maintain educational requirements and meet Cherokee Nation Health Services objectives.
Adhere to professional ethical standards.
Supervise assigned staff in accordance with applicable policies, rules, and guidelines.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect the confidentiality of personal health information.
When assigned as Medical Director or Supervisor, provide medical leadership and direction for the clinic, specialty, or health program in coordination with the Executive Medical Director and Deputy Medical Director.
Monitor and ensure professional staff deliver services consistent with Cherokee Nation policies and procedures for scope, quality, and quantity.
Coordinate, design, and delegate activities and functions to professional staff and provide direction on departmental operations.
Submit required reports and maintain records.
Review medical emergency transports and medication errors.
Ensure regular medical staff meetings are held.