Job Summary
Job Description
A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Pediatrician to join one of their Article 29-I clinics in the Bronx and help oversee and provide essential healthcare services to children who are in foster care.
About the Opportunity:
- Schedule: 2 to 3 days per week on site (Mondays & Thursdays are mandatory + additional day of choice
- Hours: 9am to 5pm
- Setting: Article 29 clinic
Responsibilities:
The Pediatrician will:
- Diagnose and treat common childhood ailments and minor injuries
- Recommend patients for further treatments and refer them to specialists, when necessary
- Focus on preventive measures, including vaccination recommendations
- Record and maintain health and development information for their patients
- Oversee assigned caseload and collaborate with other providers/clinical staff regarding patient care
- Actively participate in team meetings with the Case Planning team
- Effectively communicate with child & case planning team
- Promptly address clinical needs of patient to prevent hospitalizations
- Collaborate with staff to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of related work experience
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of New York
- Board Eligible / Certified
- Active DEA registration
- PALS certification
- Active DEA registration