Location: Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA

Work Schedule: Services shall normally be provided on Fridays from 0700 to 1200 (Noon); however, services shall not exceed twelve (12) hours per week. Any changes in the schedule shall be coordinated between the HCW and the Government.

Qualifications:

5.2.1.1.2. Possess and maintain Pediatric Board Certification as determined by the American Board of Pediatrics.

5.2.1.1.3. Possess and maintain a certificate of special qualifications in Pediatric Nephrology as determined by the American Board of Pediatrics.

5.2.1.1.4. Possess and maintain current certification in Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS).

5.5.3.1. GENERAL DUTIES. Contractor personnel shall perform a full range of duties consistent with their labor category, education, training, experience, clinical privileges (as applicable), and assigned position. General duties that apply to all personnel or across certain labor categories are given below.

5.5.3.1.1. Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.

5.5.3.1.2. Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.

5.5.3.1.3. Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection.

5.5.3.1.4. Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.

5.5.3.1.5. Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.

5.5.3.1.6. Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.

5.5.3.1.7. Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed. Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting.

5.5.3.1.8. Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF.

5.5.3.1.9. Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.

5.5.3.1.10. Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.

5.5.3.1.11. Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training.

5.5.3.1.12. Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist.

5.5.3.1.13. Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Provide training and/or direction as applicable to supporting government employe­es (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.).

5.5.3.1.14. Attend and participate in various meetings as directed.

5.5.3.1.15. Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care.

5.5.3.1.16. Operate and manipulate automated systems such as CHCS, AHLTA, Essentris, MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications.

5.5.3.1.17. Exercise appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities.

5.5.3.1.18. Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives, and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions.

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