Pediatrician

Job Title: Pediatrician
Location: Osceola Medical Center
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us:

Osceola Medical Center has a rich history dating back to its founding in 1932. Throughout our growth, expansion, a new facility and the creation of this campus, OMC's character has remained the same: to inspire and improve the health and well-being of our community through home-town customer service, quality health care and strategic partnerships.

Job Summary:
OMC, a rural hospital dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to underserved communities, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatrician to join our healthcare team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care for children, from infancy through adolescence, in a rural healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the health and well-being of children and families and eager to make a difference in a close-knit community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents, including wellness exams, immunizations, physical exams, and screenings.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, such as respiratory infections, asthma, allergies, diabetes, and other childhood diseases.
• Offer preventive care, including guidance on nutrition, growth and development, and injury prevention.
• Manage common childhood conditions and offer age-appropriate care tailored to each child's needs.
• Collaborate with families to provide health education and counseling, including behavioral health, lifestyle, and developmental milestones.
• Manage and follow-up on pediatric patients with chronic conditions, ensuring the development of long-term treatment plans.
• Provide care for pediatric emergencies, offering initial assessment and stabilization as needed.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers, including family medicine physicians, specialists, and nurses, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using the hospital's electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Participate in the hospital's on-call rotation to provide after-hours and weekend coverage as necessary.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Participate in community health outreach programs, providing education and services focused on child health and wellness.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• Valid, unrestricted medical license to practice in Wisconsin.
• Current BLS and PALS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric conditions.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with the ability to communicate effectively with children and their families.
• Experience working with pediatric patients and families, including health promotion and disease prevention.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability in working within a rural healthcare setting with limited resources.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with rural healthcare challenges and resource limitations.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems. EPIC experience a plus.
• Interest in pediatric health promotion, community education, and outreach.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position as a 1.0 FTE.
• On-call rotation for after-hours and weekend coverage.
• Supportive, small-town atmosphere with a focus on work-life balance.
• Access to continuing medical education (CME) and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Relocation assistance negotiable
• CME and Licensure reimbursement program

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