Signature Medical Group has an opening for a BC/BE pediatrician to oversee a well-established Department of Pediatrics.
We are looking for a Chief of Pediatrics to oversee a team of 6 pediatricians as part of Signature Medical Group a multi site multi specialty physician group just 25 miles from Boston. This is a clinical leadership position with 25% Leadership and75% Clinical time, based out of our Easton practice. This unique opportunity includes a patient panel of 1,200+. Our Pediatric team is made up of 3 Pediatricians at our Easton practice, as well as 3 Pediatricians providing care at our Brockton Hospital campus outpatient practice. The appropriate candidate has strong clinical leadership experience and enjoys working with a diverse patient population and brings a strong commitment to serve the community.
Details:
· This position is full time, 32 clinical hours and 8 leadership administrative hours.
· Round on well newborns at Hospital one day a week, and one weekend per month.
· One Saturday & one Sunday (half day) required per month.
· One late evening session per week.
· Call is 1 in 4, overnight phone call system that has nurse triage.
· Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital has Pediatric Hospitalists from Tufts Floating Hospital for Children on site 24/7.
· No delivery attendance required, Pediatrics Hospitalists cover the inpatient pediatric ward .
· Night Nurse Coverage overnight for patient calls, and pediatric hospitalists at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital.
Leadership:
· The Chief of Pediatrics will work to develop effective relationships between management and physicians and among medical staff, providing the leadership.
· Responsible for growth of pediatrics and supporting service line.
· Work collaboratively with Managed Care and department physicians in achieving performance goals.
· Review and/or develop, recommend, and approve policies and procedures related to practice and administration to ensure appropriateness and compliance with SHC strategies, regulatory agencies and standard medical practice.
REQUIREMENTS:
· Medical degree, Mass Medical License, Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
· Proven leadership skills and experience in a pediatric role in a clinical environment.
· Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must
· Strong work ethic and desire to participate in a team-oriented environment