What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrician position at spectrumhs?
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The incumbent provides outpatient comprehensive primary care services for patients <21 years of all ages by performing the following functions.
Essential Functions
- Provides outpatient services for all patients <21 years of age registered to Spectrum Health Services, Inc.
- Provide for the non-obstetrical needs of the site’s pediatric population
- Examines patients for symptoms or physical information
- Follow up on abnormal laboratory results
- Reviews patient’s medical record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status
- Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history
- Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for health wellness, admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
- Documents the patients visit including physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.
- Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for preventing of disease.
- Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patients well being
- Confers with staff of other agencies, hospitals, schools and community services to establish and maintain continuity of care.
- Responds to and assists with any medical emergencies that may occur at the site.
- Assists in establishing of clinical protocols for Spectrum Health Services, Inc
- Participates in Quality Improvement activities and peer review activities as required.
- Participates in rotation of after clinic hours for telephone coverage including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None