✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓Board Certified or Board Eligible In Pediatrics.
✓Eligible for or possession of an unrestricted Alabama medical license.
✓Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
Education
✓Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
✓Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
Qualifications
✓Demonstrated commitment to excellence In patient care and medical education.
✓Compassionate, patient focused approach to care.
✓Strong Interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
✓A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.
+Benefits
Benefits package (see posting)
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About the role
- USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities The Department of Pediatrics at the USA Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama and USA Health is recruiting a BC/BE physician In General Pediatrics to further enhance resident and medical student education in the outpatient setting. The Department of Pediatrics at USA Health serves as the primary pediatric referral center for the region. Duties Include providing comprehensive outpatient pediatric care and supporting the education and training of medical students and residents. Providing a high quality educational and training experience for learners at our Institution is an important and prominent departmental goal. The pediatrician will provide comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents, diagnosing and treating a wide range of childhood Illnesses and conditions. The Ideal candidate will be committed to delivering high quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative academic environment while contributing to the teaching mission of the department. Key Responsibilities Include:
- Perform routine wellness examinations and developmental screenings.
- Diagnose and treat a variety of acute and chronic childhood illnesses, Injuries, and infections.
- Provide Immunizations according to CDC guidelines and maintain accurate vaccination records.
- Counsel patients and families on proper nutrition, hygiene, growth, and development.
- Monitor and document patient progress and maintain thorough medical records.
- Coordinate care with specialists and other healthcare providers as needed.
- Educate parents and guardians regarding medical conditions and preventive healthcare.
- Participate In the education and supervision of pediatric residents and medical students in the outpatient setting.
- Contribute to departmental academic, quality Improvement, and scholarly Initiatives as appropriate.
- Adhere to medical ethics, patient confidentiality requirements, and institutional policies.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible In Pediatrics.
- Eligible for or possession of an unrestricted Alabama medical license.
- Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence In patient care and medical education.
- Compassionate, patient focused approach to care.
- Strong Interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills. Level of appointment is open and will be commensurate with training, experience, and scholarly productivity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. This Is an outstanding opportunity for an energetic, highly motivated physician to join a congenial, diverse, and expanding department committed to providing faculty with opportunities for academic and professional growth while enjoying the climate, affordability, and exceptional quality of life along Alabama's Gulf Coast. For Information or to apply, please contact: Email: physicianrecruitment@health.southalabama.edu EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/ disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Additional Information Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Qualifications A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.