Pediatrician

Overview

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to children from infancy through adolescence in a community-based health center.
• Focus on preventive care, family education, and promoting overall wellness for patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and patient-centered care delivery.
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) to maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and public health programs.
• Engage with families to provide counseling on nutrition, growth, and developmental milestones.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses in pediatric patients effectively.
• Contribute to the health center's mission by delivering compassionate and culturally sensitive care.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct routine checkups, immunizations, and developmental screenings for pediatric patients.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions effectively.
• Provide counseling to families on nutrition, growth, and wellness topics.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Maintain detailed and timely patient records using electronic health systems.
• Participate in public health initiatives and quality improvement programs.
• Engage in professional development and training opportunities as required.
• Provide culturally sensitive care, with a preference for bilingual Creole-speaking candidates.

Job Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in Pediatrics.
• Current New York State medical license or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in community health or outpatient pediatrics.
• Preferred 4 years of experience in pediatric care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual Creole/English candidates strongly preferred.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care.