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Physician/Attending - Ortho Sports Medicine (Non-Operative) (Broward County, FL)

NCPS-DAVIE CENTER Florida-Ft. Lauderdale-Ft. Lauderdale-Davie Fort Lauderdale, Florida Requisition ID 26655

Description

Outstanding Opportunity for a BC/BE Non-Operative Orthopedist with Prestigious Children’s Hospital in South Florida

 

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, a 307-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level I trauma center, and Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists (NCPS), the physician multispecialty group practice of Nicklaus Children's Health System, have an exceptional opportunity for a BC/BE non-operative orthopedist.

 

This role will be part of the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Orthopedic, Sports Medicine and Spine Institute comprised of 11 orthopedic surgeons and a robust team of PAs, APRNs, RNs, athletic trainers and multidisciplinary pediatric specialists, as well as dedicated rehabilitation therapists and nutritionists. Nicklaus Children’s Sports Health program is fast becoming one of the premier programs of its kind in the nation, combining state-of-the-art diagnostics and screening for elite, intermediate, beginner and special needs athletes. We have a strong ATC program with various elementary through college affiliations. This comprehensive Sports Health program is dedicated to enhancing young athletes’ sports performance through a focus on injury prevention, performance optimization and individualized injury management.

 

This position will be based primarily in Florida’s Broward County near Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Candidates should possess a passion for advocacy and improving care for all children, which includes delivering on Nicklaus Children’s brand promise of a care environment where every child matters most. The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Spine Institute is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best children’s orthopedic programs available.

 

Located just north of Miami and south of Palm Beach, Florida’s Broward County has easy access to two international airports and boasts abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round, with attractions from the shore to the suburbs. Whether you want to embrace the great outdoors at its many parks and natural wonders, snorkel or sunbathe along 24 miles of beautiful beaches or explore museums, fine dining or entertainment, Broward County has plenty to offer in every neighborhood.   

 

Competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified candidates please contact:

 

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-624-3510

Nicklauschildrens.org/NCPS

 

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.

Qualifications

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.


Job :

Physician

Primary Location :

Florida-Ft. Lauderdale-Ft. Lauderdale-Davie

Department :

NCPS-DAVIE CENTER

Job Status


:Full Time
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