Position Summary
The MunroeMeyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation MMI at the University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC is accepting applications for a Pediatrician at open faculty rank (Rank DOQ . This position will provide outpatient comprehensive medical care to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder other intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as neurotypical individuals at MunroeMeyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation. Work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and deliver personalized and evidencebased medical services in a collaborative and supportive environment. Promote wellness and educate about the prevention of illness and health promotion performs physical examinations and developmental assessments manages pediatric illness and helps families meet their health needs. Practice Responsibilities: Provide high quality compassionate care that reflects evidencebased guidelines best practice ethical considerations cost and clinical effectiveness and family acceptance and/or satisfaction. Assess the health status of infants children adolescents and young adults and develop appropriate plans for health supervision and illness management in an outpatient setting by: Obtaining a comprehensive developmental health and medical history. Performing physical examinations based on age and history. Assessing and diagnosing childhood illnesses including chronic and acute conditions or any other condition that is within the expertise and knowledge of the pediatrician. Identifying normal versus abnormal growth and developmental patterns. Performing or recommending ageappropriate and conditionspecific screening laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. Reviewing lab results and developing treatment plans according based on findings. Analyzing factors that impact growth and development. Provide preventive care including screenings and immunizations. Provide comprehensive age/developmentallyappropriate teaching counseling and advising children and their families about growth and development health status illnesses management plans and health promotion disease and injury preventing activities and provide anticipatory guidance and identify risk factors based on growth and developmental factors cultural and belief variables and family systems. Use prescriptive authority in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations to treat illness improve health status and provide preventive care by: Prescribing medications based on a childs clinical history current assessment data and health care needs. Prescribing medications based on current research and a thorough knowledge base in pharmacotherapeutics. Providing patient and family education regarding intended effects specific instructions side effects and possible interactions of medications and/or treatments cost and alternative treatments or procedures. Monitor therapeutic and potential adverse effects of medications. Formulate a holistic culturally sensitive familycentered plan of care recognizing the child and family are active participants. Collaborate with internal and external healthcare partners to coordinate patient care to ensure high quality care. Provide pediatric specialist consultation to other health care providers. Provide high quality care that reflects evidencebased practice ethical considerations cost and clinical effectiveness and family acceptance and/or satisfaction. Utilize any other appropriate intervention(s) within the scope of practice parameters expertise and knowledge of the Pediatrician. Take call on weekdays weekends and holidays in rotation with the other providers in the practice. Document patient interactions in patients medical record and maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with healthcare regulations and practice standards. Submit accurate and timely billing. Maintain productivity standards according to program requirements. Protect confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA standards. Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay current on medical advancements treatments and technologies. Engage in education research or other scholarly activity as a member of an academic medical center. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Strong diagnostic and clinical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Empathy and a familycentered approach to care. Willingness to work collaboratively in a teambased environment. About MMI : MMI is one of the oldest largest and most comprehensive intellectual and developmental disability centers in the world. MMIs mission is to be world leaders in transforming the lives of all individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs their families and the community through outreach engagement premier educational programs innovative research and extraordinary patient care. MMI utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach that assures a comprehensive integration of our four pillars: research clinical services education and community engagement. MMI is one of eight academic units of UNMC . MMI has an annual budget of more than $40M approximately 500 employees and our 17 disciplines provide over 90000 clinical services each year serving individuals with disabilities and complex medical needs across the lifespan. MMI is a federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities UCEDD and has a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities LEND program. MMI provides limitless opportunities for clinical programming innovative research and community engagement. About Omaha: With a metro area population of more than 1 million Omaha is a vibrant family centric affordable city with committed community partners fiercely loyal and extremely generous community. Omaha is known for its progressive dining scene myriad of cultural events and friendly people. To learn more about this opportunity contact Amy Nordness PhD Associate Director of MMI and Director of Clinical Services at: Review of applicants will occur on a rolling basis as recruitment is ongoing. Rank will depend on qualifications. Applicants should upload with their application a letter of interest and curriculum vitae.
Required Qualifications
Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school. Completion of a Residency in Pediatrics from a ACGME accredited Pediatric Institution. Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. Eligible for state medical license to practice medicine in the state of Nebraska. Current DEA certificate. Current Basic Life Support BLS or Pediatric Advanced Life Support PALS through the American Heart Association.
Work Schedule
8:00am 5:00pm; Hours May Vary