Complex Care Faculty

The Division of Complex Health Care at Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is actively seeking a qualified Pediatrician or Med-Peds physician to join our team.

The Division provides primary and specialty care to children and adults with complex medical needs. Our service is holistic family-centered and aims to improve health outcomes by reducing fragmentation of care. The Division includes the Complex Health Care Clinic the Comprehensive Cerebral Palsy Program and the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding Program. We also have a consultative inpatient program and sponsor a complex care fellowship.

The successful candidate will join an expanding division that consists of an interdisciplinary team of physicians nurse practitioners social workers dieticians care coordinators nurses medical assistants and a pharmacist. Opportunities exist to join any of the Divisions programs as well as other clinical teams at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Numerous opportunities to pursue leadership within the Division exist and are encouraged.

Research quality improvement education and advocacy are core activities of the department. Our program is the lead site for the Cerebral Palsy Research Network. We are actively involved in improving the care for all children in Ohio through our Accountable Care Organization Partners for Kids.

Candidates must be BC/BE in Pediatrics. Other subspecialists and graduating residents are welcome to apply. Academic rank is open and commensurate with experience. Candidates must have excellent communication skills be able to think critically have a strong medical background to provide outstanding medical care and understand the importance of teamwork. Experience caring for individuals with medical complexity required. Mid-senior career preferred but all interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
• Participates in the training and education of medical students residents and fellows as required.
• Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent required.
• Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable required.

• Medical License in the State of Ohio required.
• Unrestricted licensed physician required.

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics required.

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Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Chemicals/Medications Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens Flexing/extending of neck Fume /Gases /Vapors Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs Loud Noises Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs Reaching above shoulder Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills Hand use: grasping gripping turning Repetitive hand/arm use Sitting Standing Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Color vision Decision Making Depth perception Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Peripheral vision Problem solving Seeing Far/near

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet