Pediatrician

Description

Pediatrics Physician

Our healthcare organization is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Family Medicine Physician to provide exceptional primary care services to underserved communities. As a Pediatrician, you will be responsible for managing patient care in collaboration with other clinical staff and members of the care team. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive and high-quality primary care services to patients in the office, hospital, or other locations within the community as assigned
• Serve as a consultant to clinical management regarding clinical goals and services
• Manage patient care in collaboration with other clinical staff and members of the care team
• Leverage industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the Medical Department and the organization
• Support culture development and management efforts

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm included extended hour shift of Noon - 8:00pm once per week with a Saturday (every 4 weeks) Rotation 8:00am - 1:00pm

If you are a dedicated physician committed to making a positive impact in underserved communities, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Chicago Family Health Centers offers benefits to all its full-time employees:

BCBS Medical PPO/HMO Plans| BCBS Dental |VSP Vision| 401k (match) | Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,500 per year|11 Paid Holidays and 20 Days of Paid Time Off | 8 sick days | 5 days of CME and CME allowance of $2,000 | HRSA NHSC Loan Repayment Options  

Requirements

Education and Experience

• M.D. Degree, or D.O. degree from accredited school of allopathic or osteopathic medicine
• Board-certified or Board-eligible in Family Practice 
• Current and valid Illinois license as a physician and surgeon
• Current and valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
• Eligible for, or maintenance of, hospital privileges at affiliated hospitals
• Bilingual ability may or may not be required based on individual department needs.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with patients and other members of the care team.
• Comfort working in a medical setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise
• Experience in working with a diverse population base preferred. 
• Ability to appropriately handle confrontation and conflict. 
• Ability to work independently and to seek consultation as necessary.
• Ability to follow organization and departmental processes and procedures.
• Ability to work in a high stress/fast paced/high work volume environment.