Neonatologist

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• Collaborative Team:
  Work alongside a skilled group of neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners as well as pediatric surgeons, pediatric subspecialists, OB-gyn, and maternal-fetal medicine specialists.
• Support Services:
  Strong Pediatric Hospitalist, PICU and Pediatric ER support for comprehensive pediatric care.
• Services provided:
  Transport services for surrounding hospitals, total body cooling, inhaled nitric oxide, and high frequency ventilation.
• We participate in the Vermont Oxford Network.
• Competitive Salary:
  Attractive compensation package designed to reward excellence.
• Retirement Benefits:
  Employer contributions to 403(b) plan.
• Professional Development: CME and professional fee reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Excellent medical and wellness package.

• Collaborative Team:
  Work alongside a skilled group of neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners as well as pediatric surgeons, pediatric subspecialists, OB-gyn, and maternal-fetal medicine specialists.
• Support Services:
  Strong Pediatric Hospitalist, PICU and Pediatric ER support for comprehensive pediatric care.
• Services provided:
  Transport services for surrounding hospitals, total body cooling, inhaled nitric oxide, and high frequency ventilation.
• We participate in the Vermont Oxford Network.
• Competitive Salary:
  Attractive compensation package designed to reward excellence.
• Retirement Benefits:
  Employer contributions to 403(b) plan.
• Professional Development: CME and professional fee reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Excellent medical and wellness package.

• TECHNICAL TASKS
• Demonstrates a commitment to the philosophy and values of the organization to ensure that the highest quality of medical care is delivered at all times; accurately assesses health status of patients coming to or telephoning the practice for assistance and/or information
• Is responsible for medical supervision and direction of all care rendered, and for development of treatment protocols, as and if necessary, for all patients seen in the practice;
• Assists in the meeting of all accreditation and legal requirements and regulations of the hospital (JCAHO, City, State & Federal);
• Works closely & collaboratively with the Physician Practice Management Director as well as other management and clinical staff to assure smooth and successful operation of the practice;
• Has working knowledge of and is involved in issues related to licensing and credentialling bodies as well as issues relevant to reimbursement
• Periodically assists in evaluating the competency and adequacy of all support staff members working within the office practice
• Maintains a good working relationship with consulting, referring and attending physicians and with other health professionals
• Is an active participant in committee activities required of hospital Medical Staff members
• Is responsible for adhering to the Standards of Medical Practice and/or developing, or assisting in the development of, quality assurance indicators for the practice
• At all times, maintains complete and accurate record-keeping of all patient care related activities
• Demonstrates a knowledge of corporate policies regarding fire and safety, handling hazardous materials (if applicable) and infection control
• CRITICAL THINKING
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the alternatives and properly choose an appropriate course of action; utilizes initiative and independent judgement in evaluating the assessment, implementation and evaluation of patients coming into contact with the practice
• Helps to assess the medical and nursing care rendered by self and others within the practice, identifying any need for improvement
• Uses appropriate internal and external resources to resolve, meet or exceed patient and family health care needs
• Is actively involved in making recommendations for improving the medical practice, i.e., giving input on equipment, staffing requirements, space requirements, utilization review, quality assurance, marketing, etc;
• Demonstrates competency and accuracy in all work tasks, including those directly and indirectly related to patient care;
• Inspires confidence from patients, visitors and families by performing and communicating in a courteous and professional manner at all times
• Displays good problem-solving skills and takes responsibility for improving technical skills, critical thinking and interpersonal relationship skills
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of patient confidentiality policy, releasing confidential information only after receiving proper written authorization
• INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS
• Is willing to…