Physician/Attending - Palliative Care (Part Time) at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

Miami, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Management, Pediatric Care, Palliative Care, Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning, Medical Supervision, Research, Teaching, Inservice Delivery, Performance Improvement, Communication, Problem Solving, Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing. Job Specific Duties Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment. Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.). Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs. Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls. Directly provides clinical services to patients including, but not limited to: performing and recording history and physical examinations, recording and interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications as required, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings. Makes suggestions to Department Director and/or attending staff that may be beneficial to the improvement of the department. Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing. Participates in teaching of and is role model to medical students and residents. Participates in the call schedule as assigned. Minimum Job Requirements Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills and have a commitment to academic pediatrics. Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information. Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions. Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care. Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions. As required under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025) we are providing the link below to the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Responsibilities

This primarily clinical position involves the diagnosis, treatment, and management of pediatric patients within a multidisciplinary setting, including direct patient care such as examinations, treatment plan development, and order writing. The role also encompasses teaching and supervising medical residents, along with opportunities for research and publishing.