Clinic Physician, Childrens Clinic

Positively impact infant, children, and adolescent patient lives by providing expert, full-spectrum pediatric care in a sole community-focused hospital and clinic located in a rural setting. In collaboration with advanced practice providers and other team members, provide effective and efficient medical care services, consultation, and supervision to patients.

Patient Care: Diagnose, order, and interpret appropriate labs, and treat pediatric patient injuries and illnesses. Perform thorough examinations (including wellness checks), consultations, prescribe medication, and oversee  immunization needs and administration. Provide education and guidance regarding overall health, development, and wellbeing to child’s caretaker(s) or support system. Monitor and promote overall health and normal physical development of newborns, young children, and adolescents. Appropriately adapt assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each person served.

Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including primary care physicians and other specialists. Participate in committees and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Provide training to medical staff, students, and residents as needed. Remain available for consultation, assist with medical emergencies, and make patient referrals. Participate in clinic and hospital committee meetings.

Community Engagement: Engage with the local community to promote pediatric health and wellness. Participate in outreach programs and health fairs to educate the public on pediatric issues. Build and maintain strong relationships with patients and their support system.

Administrative Duties: Review patient records. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record. Participate in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and medical standards. Participate in program evaluation. Participate in developing, executing, and periodically reviewing written policies. Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings. Attend and complete CME annually if required.

Other Responsibilities and Duties:

• Must adhere to, and promote, safety protocols at all times.
• Per DRH policy, all required conditions of employment must be met and maintained including required vaccinations.
• This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.
• Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English. Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive/email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information tools. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to remain flexible and to quickly adapt to urgent situations. Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position. The relationship between the physician and the physician extenders will be consistent with the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and/or the Oklahoma State Board of Osteopathic Examiners and/or and the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Education and/or Experience: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited institution is required. Successful completion of a pediatric residency program. Proficiency in with children’s epidemiology and infectious diseases. Skill prescribing drugs/medication appropriate for children including a thorough understanding and ability to educate others of side effects. Strong pediatric diagnostic and clinical skills  including a proactive, coordinated approach with specialized care management for children with complex chronic medical conditions. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics. Valid medical license to practice in the state of Oklahoma. Maintain current DEA and BNDD numbers. For those positions requiring travel, a current valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Safety-Sensitive Position - This is a “Safety-Sensitive” Position as defined by Oklahoma law.  As such, please be advised that applicants for this position cannot test positive in pre-employment drug tests (or any drug tests administered after employment begins) for the presence of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive component of cannabis.  This is true even if the applicant is in possession of a valid medical marijuana card that otherwise allows the license-holder to legally use and consume medical marijuana. Team Members in “Safety-Sensitive” positions are not permitted to test positive for the presence of THC in any pre-employment drug test, or any other drug test administered after employment begins.  This information is provided to applicants as a resource to the application process.  This is not a request for any applicant to disclose personal medical information during the application process. If you have any questions about the information in this disclaimer please direct these questions to a member of Human Resources.

This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.

As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy.  Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.