Pediatrician

Southern Medical Management LLC

Pediatrician

Columbia, SC +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Job Purpose:

    Delivers quality healthcare based on an extensive knowledge and thorough understanding of childhood diseases and epidemiology, establishes trust with patients and family members to facilitate professional medical relationships focused on maintaining good health and effectively treating and preventing diseases and illnesses.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Develop an informed diagnosis based on technical knowledge and the child’s medical history.

    Performs thorough examinations on newborns and children to monitor and record their health and physical development.

    Diagnose a sick child’s medical condition by performing a thorough examination together with learning of symptoms through in-depth questioning.

    Assess and treat injuries and if appropriate, recommend the child to other physicians based on their medical situation.

    Inform parents on children’s diet, exercise, and disease preventive measures.

    Recommend and interpret appropriate lab tests results to identify potential infections and/or defects.

    Dispense vaccines in accordance with applicable governmental guidelines.

    Prescribe and provide clear instructions for the use of medications.

    Maintain updated confidential records of child’s illnesses, surgeries, and other medical events.

    Participate in professional development activities to stay up with Pediatric medical advancements and best practices.

    Performs related duties as required.

    Licensure Requirements:

    Hold an active South Carolina license to practice medicine with a specialty in Pediatrics

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Comprehensive knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases

    Highly skilled in the application of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques

    Up-to-date knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects

    Experienced in traditional and web-based prescription systems

    Demonstrates active listening skills

    Ability to diagnose and problem-solve

    Superbly adept in communicating effectively both orally and in writing

  • Locations
    Columbia, SC • Fort mill, SC