Neonatology Staff Physician 1 or Staff Physician 2 Opportunity
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

Neonatology Staff Physician 1 or Staff Physician 2

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center patients. Follows care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescent patients and to aid in their mental and physical growth and development. Participates in all department/division activities and initiatives. Maintains good standing in the department.

Representative Responsibilities

Patient Care - Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education, and experience. Participate in safe, effective, and compassionate patient care, commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility. Examine patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribe, and administer medications and immunizations. Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data, and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment, and discontinuation of care. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. May also plan and coordinate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for discharged patients.

Effective Communication - Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred, or discharged. Provide data which will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment and the appropriate level of care.

Development of Clinical Excellence - Actively participates in department/division and system learner training and educational programs. Maintains currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.

Policy Compliance - Maintains good standing in the department by compliance with licensure and credentialing criteria. Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission and applicable laws and regulations. Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge, and billing. Review timeliness, accuracy, availability, and security of information.

Education/Experience

Staff Physician 1 requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent
• Unrestricted licensed physician
• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division

Preferred: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

Staff Physician 2 requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent
• Unrestricted licensed physician
• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division
• 2 years related experience

Preferred:

• Board certification in pediatrics.
• Adv Cardiovascular Life Support
• CPR

Unique Skills

• Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-childcare, and management of illness
• Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas.
• Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology
• Knowledge and skill in patient and/or family education
• Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself.
• Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills.

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for some positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Location T

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Neonate & Pul Biol

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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