Pediatrician

Join to apply for the Pediatrician role at Meharry Medical College3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Pediatrician role at Meharry Medical CollegeGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The Assistant Professor, General Pediatrics is a board-certified physician that demonstrates excellence in clinical medicine and a commitment to teaching and scholarly activity. The pediatrician performs physical examinations and developmental assessments, manages pediatric illness, and help families meet their healthcare needs. The Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching an interdisciplinary group of students including residents, medical, dental, physician assistant and nurse practitioner students.Daily OperationsAssess the health status of infants, children, adolescents and young adults and develop appropriate plans for health supervision and illness management. Perform physical exams and developmental assessments, manage pediatric illness and help patients meet their health needs. Teaches, counsels and advise children and families about growth and development, health status, illness, health promotion and disease prevention, anticipatory guidelines. Provide care that reflects evidence-based practice, ethical considerations, cost and clinical effectiveness. Provide for appropriate follow-up care. Prescribe medications according to state and federal laws and regulations to treat illness, improve health status and provide preventive care. Participate in periodic chart reviews as part of ongoing quality assurance. Take call on weekdays, weekends and holidays in rotation with the other practice providers. Precept resident and students in the clinical setting.As Pediatric faculty, responsible for teaching and teaching related activities for Meharry trainees including residents, medical, dental, graduate, allied health, physician assistant, and nurse practitioner students. Teaching responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, evaluative materials, and test preparations. Maintain professional skills through continuing education. Advise trainees, mentor trainees and participate in academic reinforcement programs, including tutorials for trainees.Participate in college, school and departmental committee work, curriculum development, professional growth and other such assignments.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required SkillsAbility to handle multiple tasks, independently, under pressure.Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.Ability to interact with patients, families, physicians and other health care providers and demonstrates empathy and sensitivity necessary to elicit patient's cooperation and to allay apprehension.Ability to operate computer keyboard, terminal and printer, general office equipment, special medical and telephone equipment.Ability to chart in an electronic health system.Required Education And ExperienceDoctorate in Medicine from an accredited doctoral level training programCompletion of an accredited post-doctoral residency program in pediatricsActive MD license in TennesseeCertified by the American Academy of PediatricsFederal DEA RegistrationSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meharry Medical College by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Pediatrician” roles.Physicians Wanted - Contract Opportunity - locum tenensFranklin, TN $50,000.00-$400,000.00 5 hours agoPhysician, Obstetrics & Gynecology Core FacultySpringfield, TN $50,000.00-$400,000.00 4 days agoDickson, TN $50,000.00-$400,000.00 3 days agoTelemedicine Physician - Women's Hormone Expert - Remote (MD/DO only)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr