What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrician position at Mountain Laurel Medical Center?
Job Details
Description
Job Title: Pediatrician
Location: Westernport, MD
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Starting Salary: $200k - $300k
About Us:
Mountain Laurel Medical Center is a family-centered Federally Qualified Health Center committed to delivering exceptional care to children and adolescents. Our team of dedicated professionals provides a comprehensive range of services in a compassionate and supportive environment.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatrician to join our medical team. The Pediatrician will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent children’s diseases and injuries. This role requires excellent communication skills, a thorough understanding of children’s developmental stages, and the ability to build trust with both children and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide routine wellness exams, including physical assessments and developmental screenings.
- Diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions.
- Administer immunizations and monitor vaccination schedules.
- Counsel patients and families on nutrition, hygiene, growth, and safety.
- Coordinate with specialists and other healthcare providers when necessary.
- Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Stay updated on advancements in pediatric medicine and participate in continuous professional development.
- Educate families on managing and preventing medical conditions.
- Work effectively with the Chief Medical Officer and other members of the provider and support staff in the provision of high quality medical care within a team environment.
- Cooperate with all provider staff in the conduct of all meaningful and productive peer review processes.
- Upholds the Core Values of Mountain Laurel Medical Center
- Patient Focused
- Respect
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Continuous Improvement
- Integrity
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics.
- Valid medical license to practice in Maryland.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience in both outpatient settings.
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Bilingual capabilities (preferred but not required).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus structure.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday schedule.
- Continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
- Malpractice insurance coverage through FTCA.
- Student loan repayment through HRSA.
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Core Value Statements |
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Patient Focused |
The patient comes first and is central to all decision making. |
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Respect |
Treat all patients and staff the way you expect to be treated. |
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Accountability |
Each employee owns their actions and expects the same from all others. |
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Teamwork |
It is necessary to work together in a supportive manner to achieve common goals. |
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Continuous Improvement |
Stay committed to the pursuit of excellence, always finding ways to adapt and improve. |
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Integrity |
Always do the right thing. |
Salary : $200,000 - $300,000
