Pediatrician - Primary Care - Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc.

Are you looking for a meaningful career caring for our communities most vulnerable populations? 

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities.  We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a FullTimePediatrician based in FraminghamMA.  The Pediatrician is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other team members in providing patient care. As part of the team-based approach to care, the Pediatrician will participate in coordinating care for individual patients, will support patients and families in self-management, will engage in health center projects that are aimed at specific patient population needs, and will utilize effective and appropriate communication strategies, such as health literacy approaches when working with patients. 

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee.  We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community.  You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Job Summary:

Clinical:

1 Adhering to the established preventative health standards according to Practice Standards, manage and maintain a program of comprehensive health for assigned patients to include preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and community health. Provide supportive and definitive care to patients with primary care appropriate medical conditions, based on documented and demonstrated proficiency.

2 Prepares and reviews medical histories and obtains data through interviews. Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, defines and orders required diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.

3 Provide medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illness, or requesting preventive health services. Evaluates, diagnoses, treats and makes appropriate use of diagnostic testing and consultation.

4 Determines need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided at the direction of other specialists. Participate in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.

5 Prescribes and assesses effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient medical conditions.

6 Meet or Exceed the Health Center’s annual productivity goal specified within the Physician Contract. Maintain an assigned schedule necessary to meet or exceed the Center’s annual minimum expected patient expectations.

Administrative:

1 Maintain and update Electronic Health Records (EHS) in a systematic format and complete required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the assigned manager/director. Ensure that client records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment.
 

Call:

1 Participate in After Hours Call and Hospital Coverage on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.
 

Job Requirements:

1 Graduate of an accredited medical school (M.D., or D.O.).
2 MA Board of Registration to practice medicine.
3 Completion of a Pediatric Residency program.
4 Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine within 1 year of Residency completion.

We value our team members and provide opportunities seek to provide opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits:

• Kennedy Community Health seeks to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health benefits start on first day of employment. Company pays 80% of health insurance Premiums.
• Competitive time off packages
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistants Program 100% paid for by employer
• Health benefits coverage for same-sex domestic partners, transgender health benefits.