JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Pediatrician Physician
CLASSIFICATION: Salary, Exempt
LOCATION: Various
JOB SUMMARY: 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.
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Chief Medical Officer
JOB DUTIES:
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.
• 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
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Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:
• 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.
• Reliable transportation, automobile insurance, and current CA Driver License.
Education and Experience Requirements
• MD or DO degree
• 5+ years' experience in pediatric medicine
• Licensed in the state
• Board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics
• DEA certified
• Experience with EHR (electronic health records) preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
Working Conditions
Normal clinic environment with:
• Walking and standing for extended periods of time,
• Reaching, twisting, stooping, visual acuity corrected to normal range, hand-eye coordination,
grasping with fingers, hearing within normal range, sense of touch, gripping tightly required for
operation of tests and measures and performance of other essential functions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while also being tactful, diplomatic, and empathetic.
• Ability to organize, schedule work effectively, and work independently without supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with patients, customers, managers and other levels
of personnel, in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure under conditions of urgency and/or time constraint.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service.
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Acknowledgment of Receipt of the Job Description for Physician Position:
Statement of the Position Holder:
I accept the accountabilities of this position and agree to produce the results, perform the work and meet
the standards set forth in this Position Agreement.
Printed Name: ___________________________________________________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Statement of the Position Holder's Supervisor:
I agree to provide a working environment, necessary resources and appropriate training to enable the
accountabilities of this position (results, work, and standards) to be accomplished.
Printed Name: ___________________________________________________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________
Copies of Acknowledgment of Receipt: 1) To Employee and 2) Employee's Personnel file
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