What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Medicine Faculty position at Nationwide Children's Hospital?
Overview
Applicants must have completed an accredited fellowship in Sports Medicine and have a CAQ, equivalent board certification or eligibility for sports medicine board certification from their respective primary specialties. Applicants should have strong clinical skills and a commitment to teaching and scholarly activity, including research.
Patients seen in the Division of Sports Medicine represent the entire gamut of sports medicine injuries so that applicants should ideally have training and experience to practice the full spectrum of pediatric-focused sports medicine. We are especially interested in growing our already established musculoskeletal ultrasound, dance medicine and OMM programs. We will also enthusiastically consider and support applicants with a strong or growing research interest and expertise. We are an academic program that sponsors a highly competitive sports medicine fellowship and actively teaches for the NCH Pediatric Residency, other NCH fellowships, and for the OSU College of Medicine.
Job Description Summary
Provides medical care and treatment to patients.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.
Skills
(not specified)
Experience
Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.
Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near
Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above
Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Applicants must have completed an accredited fellowship in Sports Medicine and have a CAQ, equivalent board certification or eligibility for sports medicine board certification from their respective primary specialties. Applicants should have strong clinical skills and a commitment to teaching and scholarly activity, including research.
Patients seen in the Division of Sports Medicine represent the entire gamut of sports medicine injuries so that applicants should ideally have training and experience to practice the full spectrum of pediatric-focused sports medicine. We are especially interested in growing our already established musculoskeletal ultrasound, dance medicine and OMM programs. We will also enthusiastically consider and support applicants with a strong or growing research interest and expertise. We are an academic program that sponsors a highly competitive sports medicine fellowship and actively teaches for the NCH Pediatric Residency, other NCH fellowships, and for the OSU College of Medicine.
Job Description Summary
Provides medical care and treatment to patients.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
- Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
- Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
- Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
- Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.
- Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.
- Medical License in the State of Ohio, required.
- Unrestricted licensed physician, required.
Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.
Skills
(not specified)
Experience
Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.
Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near
Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above
Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
