Job Description
Locum Tenens Pediatricians NeededHouston, TX BC/BE pediatrician needed to work in an accomplished Federally Qualified Health Center that offers a comprehensive range of pediatric care services for the medically underserved and uninsured in the Houston area.
Responsibilities:- Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns up to age 18 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 patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary
- 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.)
Skills:- Proven experience as a pediatrician
- In depth knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases
- Exquisite knowledge of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation principles and techniques
- Up to speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects
- Familiarity with traditional and web-based prescription systems
- Active listener, patient and calm
- Outstanding diagnostic and problem- solving abilities
- Excellent communications skills
- Medical Degree with specialization in pediatrics
- Valid license to practice medicine
- Spanish Speaking preferred
Competitive Salary and Malpractice Insurance PaidPlease send your CV to prihouston@physicianresources.com
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