What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrician position at North Florida Pediatrics?
Job Description
A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the health and well-being of infants, children, and adolescents.
The primary responsibilities of a pediatrician include performing routine health assessments to check for injuries, illnesses, or disabilities, communicating with patients and their parents to promote healthy habits, administering vaccinations for common viruses or allergies, and referring patients to specialists as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough physical examinations to assess the overall health and development of children.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families to provide guidance on maintaining healthy habits and preventing illnesses.
- Administer vaccinations and medications as prescribed by current medical guidelines.
- Diagnose and treat a range of conditions, from minor illnesses to complex chronic diseases.
- Develop and implement treatment plans that are tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.
- Completion of a pediatric residency program.
- Licensure to practice medicine in the state of Florida.
- Board certification in pediatrics.
- Current DEA license and registration with the Department of Public Safety.
Skills:
- Social perceptiveness in the workplace.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records systems.
- Knowledge of word processing software, including Google Docs and Microsoft Word.
