Adolescent Physician Specialist SLUCare Physician Group
SSM Health
- Saint Louis, MO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide comprehensive medical care to adolescents, including preventive services, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions.
- Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of adolescent patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure holistic care for adolescents.
- Educate patients and their families about adolescent health issues, preventive measures, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Participate in research activities, including clinical trials and scholarly projects, to advance knowledge in the field of adolescent medicine.
- Contribute to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows through didactic lectures, mentorship, and supervision.
- Stay current with advancements in adolescent medicine by attending conferences, seminars, and continuing medical education programs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of adolescent healthcare services.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of clinical care, education, and research.
- Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification or eligibility in Adolescent Medicine.
- Active medical license and DEA registration.
- Completion of residency training in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics.
- Fellowship training in Adolescent Medicine from an accredited program.
- Proven experience providing clinical care to adolescent patients.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport with adolescents and their families.
- Commitment to academic excellence and scholarly activities, including research and teaching.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Dedication to upholding ethical standards and professionalism in all interactions.
- Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the unique needs and challenges faced by adolescents from diverse backgrounds.