Physician - Primary Care Pediatrician - PRN Weekdays Only

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About the position

The Center for Pediatric Wellness is dedicated to caring for kids from birth to age 21. From routine immunizations for school to treating the common cold and flu to helping manage chronic conditions, we work with families to care for the whole child. Our goal is to deliver comprehensive pediatric primary care services and support each child's optimal health and wellness.

The pediatric practice is located in Sandy Springs.

Hours of operation

• Monday through Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to noon
• Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday: closed

Schedule considerations

PRN coverage is needed approximately 1 full week per quarter. Advanced schedule notice will be provided. PRN physician should also expect to take evening and weekend home-call during their coverage week.

Experience

• No minimum Experience Required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred experience of 2-5 years in pediatric primary care post-residency.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.
• Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Pediatrics.

Certification Summary

• Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
• BLS or PALS certification required.
• Current DEA registration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
• Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
• Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
• Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
• Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
• Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making.
• Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
• Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
• Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests.
• Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
• Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.