Physician (Pediatrician) (N4502)

Medically evaluates patients and assesses their medical status in both the clinic and hospital setting.

Determines, establishes and administers an overall treatment program for patients and chronically ill clients.

Determines the clinical need for medications, and prescribes medications as part of a treatment program.

Provides information, consultation and assistance to other health care professionals.

Discusses case management practices and techniques with health care professionals.

Provides appropriate medical records documentation on all patients in accordance with policy.

Provides emergency treatment and after hours coverage.

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of general, preventive and clinical medicine, surgery and pharmacology.

Federal, state and local health statutes, rules, regulations, and ordinances.

Medical and nursing care standards.

Clinical aspects of communicable diseases and disease control measures.

Causes, treatment, prevention and/or early detection of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, handicapping conditions, mental illness, and other disabling conditions.

Preventive medicine and sanitation.

Standard laboratory tests and procedures.

Medical records documentation and charting formats.

Issues of medical ethics and liability.

Ability to:
Diagnose, treat and control diseases and physical injuries in a culturally sensitive manner for underserved populations.

Effectively gather, evaluate, and convey sensitive and confidential information.

Work with professional independence and use initiative and judgment in performing medical diagnostic and treatment services for the patient population.

Prepare concise, accurate and effective medical reports, recommendations, policies and procedures.

Implement clinic services within resource limits.

Apply appropriate teaching and training techniques to improve nursing staff skills.

Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with patients, staff, peer groups, and varied agency and institutional representatives.

Develop therapeutic relationships with a wide variety of patients from diverse educational, social, and cultural backgrounds.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Training:
Graduation from an accredited school of medicine with completion of a one-year internship and/or completion of residency program in a primary care setting by time of appointment.

Experience:
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid State of Oregon license as a Medical Doctor (MD or DO)
• Board Certification in Pediatrics
• DEA
• NPI
• BLS/CPR
• Diploma
• CV or Resume
• Immunization record within 10 days of hire

Notes:
Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify licensure status.

This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check. If fingerprinting is required, the fee is paid for by the successful candidate and the expense is non-reimbursable.   Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test; negative results are reimbursable.  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act and would like to request an accommodation, you may request an accommodation during the online application process, or request an accommodation by contacting the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date at 541-682-3124.