Physician - Pediatrics

Job Summary

The Physician operates in a team with other clinic healthcare providers and support staff. The Physician provides medical care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Washington Department of Licensing and professional scope of practice. In addition, the Physician provides diagnostic and therapeutic medical services to CHC patients, while making reasonable and sound medical assessments and treatment plans.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical/dental/vision)
• Up to 160 hours of vacation time pro-rated by FTE every 12 months
• Paid sick leave
• 10-paid holidays
• 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• $0.75/hour for those who test proficiently in a second language

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited School of Medicine or Osteopathy
• Completion of an accredited residency program in area of practice (e.g., family practice, internal medicine, or pediatrics)
• Preferred: Education and training in specialized care such as family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and prenatal

Experience

• Not less than a 0.5 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) of patient care within field of training within the past year
• CPT-4 coding experience
• ICD-10 coding experience
• Healthcare information systems, such as electronic health record and practice management systems experience
• Experience in a multiple provider medical practice
• Experience working with low income, multi-ethnic populations

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited School of Medicine or Osteopathy
• Completion of an accredited residency program in area of practice (e.g., family practice, internal medicine, or pediatrics)
• Preferred: Education and training in specialized care such as family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and prenatal

Credentials

• Physician license (MD/DO) with the State of Washington
• Board eligible/Board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) in Family Practice, Internal Medicine or Pediatrics
• Board certification - must be obtained within one year from date of hire
• DEA controlled substances registration
• Hospital privileges - must be obtained within 60 days of employment
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED) certification - must be obtained on the first day of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English
• Works independently and is self-directed
• Works effectively in a team environment
• Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks
• Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment
• Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations
• Solves problems with creativity and ingenuity
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel and Outlook
• Preferred: Bilingual skills