Provides comprehensive primary care services to pediatric patients, including well-child visits and specialty care, routine check-ups, developmental screenings, and management of acute and chronic conditions;
Administers and updates vaccinations according to established guidelines;
Conducts thorough physical exams, obtains medical histories, and orders/interprets diagnostic tests;
Provides education and counseling to patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices;
Provides specialty care in the areas of pediatric diabetes, pediatric endocrinology and/or obesity medicine;
Collaborates with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care;
Works directly with pediatric diabetes and endocrinology specialty along with primary care pediatricians;
Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records in the electronic health record (EHR) system;
Participates in quality improvement initiatives and contributes to a positive patient experience; and,
Performs related duties as required.
Working ability to: perform a thorough physical examination and to determine deviations from normal; take a complete medical history, perform medical evaluations, and prescribe appropriate measures; clinically manage selected cases; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; provide health education and counseling to patients; prepare clear and concise medical reports; work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.