Staff Allergist

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with allergic, asthmatic, and immunologic disorders. Delivers high-quality, evidence-based care in both outpatient and consultative settings, collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and supports organizational goals related to quality, patient safety, education, and clinical outcomes.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited medical school required.
• Board Certification or board eligible in Allergy and Immunology and medical licensure or eligibility in the State of Nebraska required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of allergy, asthma, and immunologic disorders.
• Proficiency in allergy testing and interpretation of diagnostic results.
• Ability to develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with patients, families, staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Skill in clinical decision-making and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with allergic, immunologic, and respiratory conditions.
• Manages acute and chronic conditions including: Environmental allergies, food allergies, drug allergies, asthma, Eczema and atopic dermatitis, Urticaria and angioedema, immunodeficiency disorders, allergic rhinitis and sinus disease.
• Conducts and interprets diagnostic procedures, including skin testing, pulmonary function testing, and laboratory evaluations.
• Develops individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Prescribes and manages pharmacologic therapies and immunotherapy treatments.
• Assesses and manages allergic emergencies, including anaphylaxis.
• Provides education regarding disease processes, triggers, prevention strategies, and treatment plans.
• Counsels patients and families regarding medication use, environmental controls, and allergy management.
• Promotes patient engagement and adherence to care plans.
• Collaborates with primary care providers, pediatricians, pulmonologists, dermatologists, ENT specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinates referrals, consultations, and follow-up care as appropriate.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Supports infection prevention and risk management activities.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in allergy and immunology practice.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Benefits

• Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs through pharmacy benefits.
• No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parenting resources from experts.
• Professional development opportunities within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree