LGH Hospitalist

at  Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine Required

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of hospital policies, practices and protocols as well as applicable regulations and guidelines. Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
• Skills in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, decision-making.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients and the public.
• Ability to research and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and electronic).

• Direct Clinical Activities
• Evaluate, Treat and Manage patients in a Pediatric Inpatient Setting, as well as, the Emergency Department.
• May supervise clinical providers including resident physicians and provide performance feedback in all aspects of clinical functions.
• Continually review current pediatric standards of care and work with leadership team to implement new processes as needed. Respond to clinical alerts and updates from public health officials and others.
• Research Activities (if indicated)
• May participate in and/or oversee research activities, as needed, at the practice and provide feedback and consultation for studies as they progress. Delegate operational functions to other support staff as needed to accomplish the research goals and objectives.
• Administrative Activities (if indicated)
• May assist with management of the Hospital:
• o Evaluate and effectively manage patient access, patient flow, quality improvement, staff performance, effective work teams.
• o Participate in the development and implementation of departmental standards, policies, guidelines and protocols.
• Other Duties As Assigned.