Pediatrician

Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. is a leading healthcare provider in the region, dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to individuals of all ages. Our mission is to ensure that everyone in our communities has access to affordable, culturally sensitive healthcare services.

We serve 16 locations surrounding Lake Okeechobee and the Treasure Coast, providing a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and patient support services. Our team of healthcare professionals is committed to providing personalized care, addressing the unique needs of each patient.

As a Pediatrician at Florida Community Health Centers, Inc., you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to children and families. You will be responsible for conducting thorough examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and providing guidance on health and wellness. Your expertise will help us achieve our mission of providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to all individuals in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular thorough examinations on children to check and record their health and normal physical development.
• Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and an individual's medical history.
• Prescribe medication and give detailed instructions for administration.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records, charts, and documents to support the diagnosis. Comply with state laws and regulations with respect to guidelines for reimbursement.
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records, charts, and documents to support the diagnoses.
• Examine and treat injuries and refer the child to a physician of other disciplines when necessary (e.g., orthopedists, ophthalmologists, surgeons, etc.).
• Educate parents or guardians on the child's diet, exercise, and disease preventive measures.
• Keep updated records of patients' illnesses, medical episodes, surgeries.
• Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Center Administrator and Chief Medical Officer.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Active Florida State Medical License
• Board Certified or eligible MD required
• DEA License
• BLS Certification
• One year of experience preferred
• Bedside manner, attention to detail, patience, and empathy, communication skills.
• Knowledge of infection control, medication administration, side effects, and calculation.
• Knowledge of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques.
• Continual maintenance of CME requirements
• Knowledge of the nursing process and its applications, including assessment, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the scope of practice, legal replications to include statutes and regulations relevant to Pediatrician.
• Maintain harmonious, professional relationships with members of the care team, patients, and families. Passionate for Pediatric Care.
• Demonstrate written and verbal effective communications with the interdisciplinary team.
• Cross-Cultural Sensitivity including the ability to deal with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred