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Permanent Pediatrics: Adolescent Medicine Job in Virginia Beach, Virginia

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  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Recruited Specialty: Pediatrics: Adolescent Medicine
  • Does the Physician Need To Be Trained In Specialty Being Recruited: No
  • Structure of Position: Military/VA
  • Partnership Opportunity: Unknown
  • Expected Patient Call Coverage: 1:6 or better
  • Expected ER Call Coverage: 1:6 or better
Practice Details

MD/DO - Pediatrician

REQUIREMENTS (duties include but are not limited to)

  • Perform a full range of Pediatrician services for pediatric patients ((newborns, children, adolescents and young adults) on-site in a General Pediatrics Clinic, Newborn Care Clinic, Inpatient Pediatric units and Inpatient Newborn Nursery using government furnished supplies, facilities and equipment.  
  • Provide a full range of pediatric medicine services [(e.g., clinically oversee and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of adolescents for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel, developmental and learning disabilities (cerebral palsy, mental retardation, birth defects, ADHD, emotional problems and adjustments, and child abuse and neglect; etc.)].
  • Clinically oversee, perform, or assist in the instruction of, other health care professionals and pediatric residents seeing children [e.g., Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); diagnostic procedures; and minor surgical procedures such as incisions and drainage of abscesses, suture simple lacerations; etc.].
  • Clinically oversee and teach other medical staff and pediatric residents; provide educational lectures and participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members.  Such direction and interaction will adhere to government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocol.
  • Prescribe and dispense medications as delineated by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
  • Provide a full range of physician services in accordance with privileges granted by the Commanding Officer.
  • Technically direct, perform, or assist in the instruction of other health care professionals seeing patients within the scope of their clinical privileges or responsibilities.
  • Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care skills through education and counseling.
  • Order diagnostic tests as applicable.  Request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated.
  • Technically direct and teach other medical staff, and provide educational lectures and participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members.  Such direction and interaction will adhere to government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocols. This requirement is consistent with the personal services nature of the contract.
  • Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.
  • Comply with the standards of The Joint Commission, applicable provisions of law, and the rules and regulations of any and all governmental authorities pertaining to licensure and regulation of health care personnel and medical treatment facilities, the regulations and standards of medical practice and the MTF’s medical staff bylaws .  Adhere to and comply with all Department of the Navy, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, and local instructions and notices in effect during the term of the contract.
  • Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.
  • 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.
  • Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.
  • 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 Physician is unable to manage.
  • Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.
  • 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.
  • Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF.
  • Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.
  • Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.). 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a government security clearance.
  • Must possess a Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, a Doctorate degree in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
  • Must have successfully completed a residency program which has been approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education or the Committee on Postdoctoral Training of the American Osteopathic Association or those Canadian training programs approved by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or other appropriate Canadian medical authority.
  • Must possess and maintain a current, valid, unrestricted license (corresponding to the specialty required by the task order) in one of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Must have a minimum of one-year clinical full-time experience within the preceding 2 years. Residency will count as clinical experience.
  • Must be Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
  • Must have and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
  • Shall maintain current certification in one of the following: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course. Certification cards must display the American Heart Association or Military Training Network emblem. 

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Financial Details
  • Structure of Financial Support: Straight Employment, Contract
  • Financial Offering: Open
  • Relocation Allowance: Negotiable
  • Signing Bonus: Negotiable
  • Stipends: Negotiable
  • Student Loan Assistance: Negotiable
Community Information
  • Practice State: Virginia
  • Practice City: Virginia Beach
  • Community Size: 100,000 - 499,999, 500,000+
  • Community Details: Registered Candidates Only
Candidate Qualifications
  • Location of Medical Training: American Medical Graduate (AMG), Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG)
  • Medical Training Type: Allopathic (MD), Osteopathic (DO)
  • Board Certification: Board Certified
  • Work Status Requirements: US Citizen
  • Preferred Experience Level: Experienced, Very Experienced
  • Accept Local Physicians within 25 mile Radius: Yes
Contact Information
  • Agency: Rob

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