The Pediatrician will provide comprehensive medical care to patients up to age 18 in a community oriented setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care in the outpatient Rural Health Clinic as well as on-call obligations for the Critical Access Hospital. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our young patients and their families.
Schedule:
- Rural Health Clinic Outpatient
- Mon-Fri (4x8 Hour Shifts)
- 24hr Pediatric Call (8 Call Shifts per Month)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide routine and preventive health care for children, infants and adolescents up to age 18, including physical examinations, immunizations, and developmental assessments.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections in pediatric patients.
- Monitor patients' health status, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and provide ongoing support to promote disease control and quality of life.
- Educate patients and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Offer patient-centered education and counseling on various health-related topics, empowering patients and their families to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
- Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team for patients with complex medical needs, and advocate for continuity of care to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provide Critical Access Hospital Pediatric coverage, which typically includes ~eight, 24-hour shifts per month. This includes managing newborn resuscitation, pediatric critical illness stabilization and transfer, and hospital admission with comprehensive inpatient care.
- Participate in coverage of the "Kids Care Line," which answers family phone calls from the clinic.
- Provide leadership and updates in pediatric care, including immunization standards, to family practitioners and others caring for children.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in community outreach programs to promote pediatric health and wellness.
- Engage in continuous professional development and stay current with pediatric best practices and guidelines.
- Attend clinical services and hospital meetings as required by Livingston HealthCare Medical Staff Bylaws
- Participate actively in Livingston HealthCare’s quality assurance programs to maintain and enhance the standard of care.
- Engage in the peer review process to contribute to ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain compliance with annual education requirements and regulatory standards.
QUALIFICATIONS (Required):
- Valid state medical license to practice in Montana or ability to obtain licensure
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
- DEA registration and other necessary certifications for practice.
- Strong commitment to patient-centered care and community health.
- Excellent communication, community leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.
BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
- Competitive Compensation
- Robust Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, ATO and more)
- Relocation Assistance
- Collegial Support and Team-Based Approach
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