Physician, Fetal Care - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Position Summary

The Fetal Care Physician’s responsibilities will include a combination of administrative, clinical, research and educational duties. The Physician is responsible for evaluating and treating fetal patients, participating in team meetings, rounds, and fostering an environment of professionalism and growth in fetal care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, diagnose and treat fetal anomalies.
• Perform and/or order clinically appropriate procedures for each patient.
• Analyze medical histories, diagnostic lab tests, x-ray results, clinical examinations, and perform physical examinations to formulate a diagnosis, plan of care, and document in compliance with professional standards, third-party payer requirements, and the Division’s policies and procedures.
• Provide exceptional health care delivery to fetal patients for the hospital, working collaboratively with and referring patients to other physicians as necessary.
• Foster collaboration within the department and interdepartmentally, and with regional hospital systems and providers.
• Work collaboratively with the Division Chief and fetal care team to build the fetal care center.
• Keep and maintain accurate, complete, appropriate, timely, and legible medical records relating to all professional services provided.
• Use and promote evidence-based clinical practice, review long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention, assist in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients, and identify opportunities for enhancing quality care.
• Participate in the education of students, residents, and fellows, including their development.
• Participate in clinical activities and research.
• Maintain the requirements for an academic appointment at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.
• Oversee the division including Physicians, Fellows, Residents, Medical Students, and Advanced Practice Providers (APRNs & PAs).

About Us

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy spanning more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families, and team members. At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job—it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.