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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to join our dynamic emergency department team. In this role, you will provide immediate and specialized medical care to infants, children, and adolescents experiencing acute illnesses or injuries. You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to stabilize and treat pediatric patients, often under high-pressure circumstances. Your expertise will be crucial in making rapid assessments, initiating life-saving interventions, and ensuring the best possible outcomes for young patients and their families.
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician, you will be responsible for diagnosing and managing a wide range of pediatric emergencies, including trauma, respiratory distress, seizures, infections, and toxic exposures. You will perform procedures such as intubation, central line placement, lumbar punctures, and fracture reductions. You will also interpret diagnostic tests, order appropriate imaging, and coordinate care with pediatric subspecialists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals as needed.
In addition to direct patient care, you will play a key role in educating families about their child’s condition, treatment options, and preventive measures. You will also participate in the training and supervision of residents, medical students, and nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Your commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and compassionate care will be essential in delivering high-quality emergency services.
The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, possess excellent clinical judgment, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills. Experience in a high-volume emergency department and familiarity with the latest pediatric emergency protocols are highly desirable. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and thrive in challenging situations, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful position.
Responsibilities
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- Perform rapid assessments and initiate life-saving interventions
- Diagnose and manage acute illnesses and injuries in children
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
- Perform emergency procedures such as intubation and central line placement
- Interpret diagnostic tests and order appropriate imaging
- Educate and counsel patients and families
- Supervise and train residents, students, and nursing staff
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Requirements
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- Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- Valid medical license to practice
- Advanced Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification
- Experience in pediatric emergency or critical care settings
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Commitment to patient safety and quality care
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Are you board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine?
- How many years of experience do you have in pediatric emergency care?
- Describe your experience with pediatric emergency procedures.
- How do you handle high-stress situations in the emergency department?
- What is your approach to communicating with families during emergencies?
- Are you comfortable supervising and teaching residents and students?
- Do you have experience with quality improvement initiatives?
- Are you willing to work variable shifts, including nights and weekends?
- What languages do you speak fluently?
- Why are you interested in this position?
