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Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Connecticut Children's
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2025
Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician at the Assistant or Associate level will serve as the Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Control (IP&C) and co-leader of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program in conjunction with the ID Clinical Pharmacist. These activities will constitute 0.5 FTE. The successful candidate will also be integral to the Division of Infectious Diseases & Immunology, and will participate in clinical, academic and teaching activities of the Division.

The Physician will teach fellows, residents and medical students of the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, and will engage with internal and external partners including public health authorities, to optimize the health of all children in Connecticut. The Physician will work with a multi-disciplinary team to provide high quality evidence-based care.

The Infectious Diseases Physician will be responsible for performing an array of diagnostic tests and providing consulting services for infants, children and youth with a broad range of issues including, but not limited to, general infectious diseases, travelers seeking medical advice, and infections in special populations, such as immunocompromised patients.

The Physician will advise about appropriate medications, vaccines, and lifestyle adjustments that will contribute to patients’ recovery from their disorders and prevent future health issues.

Responsibilities

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide a high standard of clinical care and perform appropriate diagnostic tests and follow-up for children with acute and chronic medical illnesses in in- and outpatient settings
  • Direct initiatives to improve infection prevention, quality of care, patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration and health maintenance
  • Promote antimicrobial stewardship and assist in coordinating the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
  • Consult with other physicians and specialists as needed
  • Complete medical forms and documentation related to patient care in a timely manner
  • Provide patient advocacy
  • Make referrals to other agencies and providers, as needed
  • Participate in a peer-review process
  • Engage in scholarly activities
  • Observe, implement, and promote federal regulations as defined by HIPAA and Policies and Procedures
  • Participate in the Division’s on-call schedule
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Degree from an accredited school of medicine required
  • Successful completion of a pediatric residency program and pediatric infectious diseases fellowship training required
  • 2 years of experience preferred


Position Specific Job Education And/or Experience

  • Training in infection prevention and control, and antibiotic stewardship preferred
  • Experience with quality improvement methodology preferred


LICENSE And/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

  • Must possess current unrestricted license to practice in the State of CT and must be maintained
  • DEA with Controlled Substance required and must be maintained
  • Board certification / Board Eligible in Infectious Disease required


About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.

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