Pediatrician

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a fully completed application by the posted deadline.

Summary:

The pediatrician must have a medical doctor (MD) or doctor of osteopathy (DO) degree from a school accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, unrestricted California medical license, active DEA license, current board certification by the American Board of Pediatrics. Must have or willing to obtain current CPR Certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross prior to orientation. The Pediatrician provides primary and urgent patient care in the ambulatory clinic setting. The pediatrician evaluates children 0-19 years of age, instituting appropriate diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and referral for consultations when indicated. This position is an integral part of the health care team, which includes other physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other support staff. Must possess a valid California driver’s license. Travel required between the clinics as needed by department. Must be able to work with the Indian community, and be sensitive to the Indian Culture and its needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties of this position shall include, but are not limited to the following: (in appraisal format)

1. TECHNICAL SKILLS: Demonstrates proficiency in history taking and physical examinations of children. Demonstrates competence for all specialized procedures for which privileging is requested. Appropriately documents all procedures in the medical records.

2. DIAGNOSTIC SKILLS: Appropriately interprets historical and physical examination data to arrive at accurate diagnosis. Orders laboratory and radiology studies when necessary to confirm diagnosis, or to rule out other differential diagnoses. Utilizes in-house resources prior to referring patient outside of RSBCIHI health care system. Appropriately documents all findings in the medical record.

3. THERAPEUTIC SKILLS: Accurately identifies and orders appropriate treatments. Utilizes Pharmacy formulary for pharmacological options. Orders appropriate follow-up for patient to assess results of treatment. Refers patient when necessary for treatments not available directly from RSBCIHI. Appropriately documents all plans and orders in the medical record.

4. HEALTH CARE GOALS OF RSBCIHI: Recognizes that the health care objectives of RSBCIHI emphasize primary care, health promotion, and disease prevention. Implements these objectives in the routine care of patients in our clinics. Maintains awareness of specific goals via participation in Medical Department meetings and referring to the Program Administration Manual and Medical Department Manual.  Utilizes internal resources first and refers to outside health providers only for those services not available directly from RSBCIHI, or when internal services are not available in a timely manner.

5. NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL SENSITIVITY: Has an awareness and appreciation for the diversity of Native American cultural and spiritual values, recognizes how these values affect our interactions with Native Americans in the medical setting.

6. LEADERSHIP AND TEAM SKILLS: Functions as an effective member of the health care team, which includes nursing, clerical, pharmacy, and laboratory staff. Effectively communicates with all team members and coordinates everyone’s efforts to provide both efficient and high quality care to our patients. Sets the pace for efficient patient flow through the clinic.

7. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in Medical Department staff meetings and clinic site meetings. Volunteers for, or accepts when asked by the Medical Director, special assignments, e.g. Medical Department Quality Management Sub-committees, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, etc.

8. PRODUCTIVITY: Delivers patient care in a manner that is thorough and elicits patient compliance within RSBCIHI guidelines:

30 minutes for routine care of patients with chronic illnesses, and minor acute problems. 

60 minutes for well child checks and new patients.

Average 12-14 primary care patient visits per 8-hour shift.

Completes all pharmacy refills in a timely manner.

Will participate in the after-hours on-call medical provider coverage rotation schedule every three months as staffing dictates.

Education:

Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid California Medical License
• DEA Registration Certificate
• American Board of Pediatrics Board Certification
• Valid CPR (BLS Provider) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross. Certification may be obtained prior to orientation.
• California Driver’s License with a safe driving record, DMV record required. Must be insurable by the program’s insurance carrier.

Experience:

Two years of experience in an ambulatory care patient setting desirable.
 

Ability To:

Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.

Physical Demands:

Must have excellent physical and emotional health. The assignment will be carried out in a medical clinic setting.  There is frequent exposure to contagious diseases.  Walking and standing is frequent for long periods of time.  Some sitting and lifting are required.  The incumbent will be required to assist patients who are frail or handicapped.  Driving will be required between clinics. 

Appointment Type: 

Full-Time, Exempt

Compensation:

 $115.38-$127.40 per hour ( $240,000-$265,000 annually, depending on experience and internal equity) 

Clinic Location:
Pechanga Indian Health Clinic (47001 Pala Rd. Temecula, Ca 92592), Travel required to other other RSBCIHI locations as needed.