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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Gastroenterology - Staff Physician Opportunity
This position has been opened to increase clinic availability at our outpatient locations to provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's patients. Following care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescents to aid in their mental and physical growth and development. Participates in all department and division activities and initiatives while maintaining good standing.
Responsibilities
·Patient Care
Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education, and experience. Participate in safe, effective, and compassionate patient care, commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility. Examine patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribe and administer medications and immunizations. Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data, and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment, and discontinuation of care. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. May also plan and coordinate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for discharged patients.
·Effective Communication
Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred, or discharged. Provide data which will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment and the appropriate level of care.
·Development of Clinical Excellence
Actively participates in department/division and system learner training and educational programs. Maintains currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
·Policy Compliance
Maintains good standing in the department by compliance to licensure and credentialing criteria. Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission and applicable laws and regulations. Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge, and billing. Review timeliness, accuracy, availability, and security of information.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
·MD/DO or equivalent pediatrician
·Unrestricted licensed physician
·Approval/credentialing from Cincinnati Children's Medical Staff Services Division
. Completion of applicable HR pre-employment and new employment orientation tasks
Preferred:
Board certified or board eligible in pediatrics.
Unique Skills:
·Clinical Care Skills
Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-childcare, and management of illness
·Clinical Knowledge - Specialty
Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas
·Path/Pharm
Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology
·Clinical Education
Knowledge and skill in patient and/or family education
·Professional Knowledge/Ability
Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position
·Communication:
Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills
As CCHMC continues to grow its regional, national, and international presence, clinicians may be asked to work at locations outside of the Burnet Campus.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Primary Location
Location T
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Gastroenterology
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
