PEM Attending Physician (M89921)

About the role

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a physician to provide direct patient care for pediatric Emergency Medicine patients while supervising and teaching Emergency Medicine residents, pediatric residents, and medical students.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for pediatric Emergency Medicine patients
• Supervise and teach Emergency Medicine residents, pediatric residents and medical students
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department committees
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Participate in department meetings and educational conferences
• Assist with trauma resuscitations and critical care stabilization
• Provide consultation to other departments as needed

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from accredited institution
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Current Virginia medical license or ability to obtain
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certification
• Completion of accredited Emergency Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine residency
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Previous academic medical center experience
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Research experience or publications
• Teaching experience with residents and medical students