Otolaryngologist - Full Time - Westport, CT
Company: Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Location: Westport
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
SUMMARY
The Pediatric ENT will be responsible to provide care and treatment
of ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions in infants, children and
adolescents. This includes treating a wide range of specialties,
such as routine pediatric ENT disorders, congenital and acquired
hearing loss, endoscopic ear and sinus disorders. Block OR time
will be available at the Stamford Surgery Center. There will be
availability to perform larger cases at the main hospital in
Hartford.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Assess, evaluate, diagnose and treat patients from birth through
adolescent.
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.
Works collaboratively with and refers patients to other physicians,
including specialists and other health care practitioners, when
necessary.
Performs and/or orders clinically appropriate procedures for each
patient.
Consults with Medical Director, Division Chief and other medical
professionals as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and
education issues.
Maintains professionalism and follows code of conduct
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.
Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing
education, and other patient care programs established by the
hospital.
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.
Academic appointments may be available with the University of
Connecticut.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The physician will oversee Advanced Practice Providers (APRNs &
PAs).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
MD or DO Degree
Successful completion of an accredited fellowship program in
Pediatric Otolaryngology
2 years of experience preferred
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the
State of Connecticut
BC/BE Otolaryngology
Registration certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration
("DEA certificate")
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