Pediatrician - |Coeur d’Alene, ID|Full-Time|Work Life Balance| Loan Repayment|

About the role

The Heritage Health Pediatrician provides high-quality care in accordance with national guidelines to all patients in a culturally competent manner. The Pediatrician strives to provide care consistent with our mission statement. The Pediatrician is a strong leader who treats all staff with respect and supports teamwork and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Treats pediatric and adolescent patients up to age 21, including obtaining history, examining, diagnosing, and treating patients.
• Performs minor procedures, prescribes medications, orders and interprets tests, and refers patients to outside specialists as necessary.
• Maintains a program of comprehensive health for pediatric patients, including preventive medicine, behavioral sciences, and community health.
• Prepares and reviews medical histories and obtains data through interviews.
• Examines patients, formulates differential diagnostic plans, and implements treatment plans based on examination findings and test results.
• Determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided at the direction of other specialists.
• Participates in surgical procedures according to training, volume standards, and demonstrated ability.
• Promotes positive interpersonal relationships with fellow employees, physicians, and patients.
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• Scheduled primary care visits per agreed-upon FTE status.
• Attends all monthly staff meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) activities.

Requirements

• Medical Degree or Doctor of Osteopathy Degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Active Idaho medical license, Controlled Substance License, and DEA License.
• BLS certification required.
• No more than 0-1 medical professional liability claims with indemnity settlements in professional history.