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The role involves conducting thorough health examinations, diagnosing illnesses, and prescribing treatments for newborns and children. Additionally, the provider will administer vaccines and advise parents on diet, exercise, and disease prevention.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited School of Medicine and hold a current license to practice medicine in Idaho. Required certifications include CPR (BLS) and registrations with the Idaho Board of Medicine and DEA.
postgraduate degreeInterpersonal CommunicationElectronic Health RecordsPatient EducationVaccination AdministrationClinical CompetencePediatric CareMedical Record KeepingPatient DiagnosisPreventive HealthcareBehavioral Health Integration
Job description
Kaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho. Patients consider us their partner in healthcare, over the course of their life and the spectrum of their health needs. From prevention and wellness to medical, dental, and behavioral health. From pediatric to geriatrics, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, approachable and affordable for everyone. We don’t just say it. We prove it.
In one year we decreased the rate of patients with uncontrolled diabetes by 20%.
We rank in the top 10% of CHC’s in the country for clinical quality.
We report the highest level of control in the state for our hypertensive population. The benefits of working for KCH include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement
4% 401K employer match
In-house medical, dental, or behavioral health services
Year round, affordable on-site childcare at KCH Kid’s Club
Opportunity for bonus incentive depending on patient volume As a Pediatrician, a typical day might include:
Conducting regular thorough examinations on newborns and young 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 individual medical history
Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration
Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan
Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures
Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences Qualifications needed:
Graduation from an accredited School of Medicine is required
Currently licensed to practice medicine in the State of Idaho is required
Ability to receive clearance through the National Practitioner Database
Working knowledge of the basic principles of health, illness, and wellness including current best Practice in effective delivery of preventive and primary behavioral health care and health education to low-income and special needs populations.
Proven clinical competence and outcome-effective experience providing primary and preventive health services.
Skill in behavioral health services primary care delivery and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and staff.
Experience with rural community health care, public health principles and practices desired.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, creative thinker and a proven collaborator
Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges required:
A high level of personal and professional integrity and quality standards Excellent judgment, flexibility, good humor, high energy level and graciousness FTCA coverage obtainable
Unrestricted license to practice in the State of Idaho
Current CPR (BLS) certification, ACLS preferred
Idaho Board of Medicine and DEA registrations
Ability to be designated a Medicare and Medicaid provider in Idaho Computer literacy and willingness to utilize electronic health records
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Schedule
401K Employer Match
Bonus Incentive
On-site Childcare
In-house Medical, Dental, Or Behavioral Health Services
