Staff Physician 3 Primary Care
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

Staff Physician - level 3
To provide safe and effective medical care at Cincinnati Children's. This role is for exceptional clinicians recognized by peers and patients. The physician will lead improvements in patient outcomes and may participate in training residents and fellows and local, regional, or national improvement initiatives.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

•Patient Care
Provides outstanding clinical care. Recognized by peers and patients as a superior clinician by continuously providing highly effective clinical care and incorporating innovative state-of-the-art clinical practices. Assumes a clinical leadership role in advancing clinical patient care and improved outcomes. Develops care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescent patients to aid their mental and physical growth and development. Examine patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury and prescribe and administer medications and immunizations. Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data, and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment, and discontinuation. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor, and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment, and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. May also plan and coordinate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for discharged patients. Suppose a subspecialist has established a strong local or regional referral base.

•Clinical Excellence
Participates in ongoing educational activities for continued enhancement of clinical and research expertise.

•Effective Communication
Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred, or discharged. Provide data that will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment, and the appropriate level of care.

•Training and Education
Peers and learners recognize it as a superior educator. Makes innovative contributions to clinical education and training in the microsystem. May develop and implement educational programs, curriculum, and teaching materials. May choose to make creative contributions to clinical training and education. Lead the training and education of medical students, residents, fellows, faculty, community physicians, and/or staff within the area of clinical expertise. Participates in and may lead clinical rounds, medical lectures, grand rounds, and other conferences.

•Improvement Initiatives

May choose to lead department/division/system health outcomes, health services, and clinical improvement initiatives. May consistently play a local leadership role or participate in regional or national healthcare initiatives.

•Scholarly Activity
We are recognized for scholarly activity by documenting and sharing best practices in clinical care or improvement activities or education.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

•Unrestricted licensed physician

•Board certification in pediatrics

•Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division

•5 years related experience at the Staff Physician Level 2 or equivalent external experience

Preferred:

•Experience in specialty area may be required based on the physician's assignment

•Adv Cardiovascular Life Support

•CPR

Unique Skills:

•Clinical Care Skills: Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-child care, and management of illness

•Development: Knowledge of growth and development

•Family-centered care: Understand and support family-centered care

•Clinical Knowledge - Specialty: Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas

•Path/Pharm: Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology

•Training - Basic: Knowledge of basic training methods and techniques

•Diversity Appreciation: Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to integrate with others who are different from oneself successfully

•Professional Knowledge/Ability: Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the position

•Decisive Leadership: Taking responsibility for guiding others' actions and providing direction to a group; stepping forward to take the lead in addressing complex issues and making tough judgment calls

•Research Methods - Basic: Working knowledge of research methods, including measurement, data collection, and validity issues

•Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and/or interpersonal communication skills

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for some positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Centerville Clinics

Schedule
Part time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
CCHMC Wilmington Primary Care

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
0.7

Weekly Hours
28

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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