Company Overview
Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated three times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research Institute and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. As a non-profit, Children’s National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care they need.
About the job
The Pediatrician is responsible for: the comprehensive care of patients in the Children’s Pediatrician & Associates practices including; appropriate documentation and reporting where required and needed; supervision of assigned clinical and non-clinical staff; and participation in assigned administrative & quality improvement activities and regularly scheduled provider meetings.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) Or
Medical Doctor (M.D.) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise.
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care.
Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team.
Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
Ability to maintain quality, safety , and/or infection control standards.
Demonstration of a personal commitment to Continuing Professional Development and ability to remain current on the developments and progress in primary care pediatrics.
Knowledge of and compliance with legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Fully licensed and credentialed attending staff category physician on the medical staff of Children’s National Medical Center. .
Completion of residency in pediatrics. Board eligible or board certification in general pediatrics by American
Board of Pediatrics/ or American Osteopathic Association.
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