Pediatric Pulmonologist - Full Time - Hartford, CT

SUMMARY

The Pulmonologist position will be responsible to diagnose, treat and manage children, adolescent and young adult patients with simple to complex conditions to including but not limited to chronic cough, recurrent pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic mechanical ventilation, interstitial lung disease and sleep disordered breathing and related conditions, etc. The Pediatric Pulmonologist is accountable for delivering comprehensive quality patient care according to standards of practice. The Pulmonologist functions as a member of an inter-disciplinary team within an integrated academic model.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess, evaluate, diagnose and treat pediatric patients.

Performs and/or orders clinically appropriate procedures for each patient.

Analyze medical histories, diagnostic lab test and x-ray results, clinical examinations and perform physical examinations in formulating a diagnosis, plan of care and documenting in conformity with applicable professional standards, third party payer requirements and the Division’s policies and procedures.

Prescribes clinically appropriate medication and treatment for each patient.

Refers each patient to other physicians, including specialists and other health care providers, whenever the patient's condition as necessary.

Keeps and maintains accurate, complete, appropriate, timely and legible medical records relating to all professional services provided.

Uses and promotes evidence-based clinical practice.

Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention.

Consults with Medical Director and other medical professionals as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.

Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital.

Participate in teaching and learning in an integrated academic model.

Practice preventive health care through patient and family education and child health advocacy.

Participate in peer review, development and consultation.

Participate in special programs and services as assigned.

Academic/scholarly work and division citizenship as per division chief.

Participates in 24 HR Pediatric Call Coverage

Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.

Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct reports but oversees Fellows, Residents, Medical Students and Advanced Practice Providers (APRNs & PAs).

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

MD, DO degree

Completed Pediatric Fellowship training

LICENSE and/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

Board eligible or certified in Pediatric Pulmonology

If not Board Certified in Pediatric Pulmonology must be board certified in Pediatrics)

Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut

Active and Unrestricted D.E.A. Certificate

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.

Connecticut Children’s offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for eligible team members, including medical, dental and vision insurance, hospital paid life and disability coverage, paid time off and leave programs, education and training assistance, a retirement savings plan with hospital match, and an employment assistance program. Eligibility for certain benefits is based on scheduled hours worked. All team members are eligible to participate in the retirement savings plan, regardless of scheduled hours worked. Additional benefit information is available here .