Family Physician

Job Title: Special School Physician

Location: Ferry Pike TN

Duration: 3 Months

Rate: $230/hr. on 1099

Office Time: Thursdays 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Responsibilities:

Work Schedule:

• The physician would come to campus Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, only when needed to see students.
• Days Off: They would not come on the following Thursdays due to early busing:
• August 7
• September 18
• October 30
• November 20
• December 18
• April 2
• End of School Year: The last workday would be May 14, since most students leave early for summer break.
• Summer: No work required during summer break.
• Total Workdays: This schedule would result in about 30 Thursdays per year.
• Availability: The physician is not "on call", but may be contacted occasionally via phone or email for medical consultation.

Minimum Qualification

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine
• Valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Tennessee
• Board certification in pediatrics, family medicine, or related field preferred
• Experience in school or public health setting preferred
• BLS certification required

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide general medical care, including examinations, diagnoses, and treatment of students
• Collaborate with the Superintendent, Director of Student Services, and/or Clinic Director in the development, evaluation, and revision of district health policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
• May serve as a consultant to the School Health Advisory Committee, offering expertise on relevant medical issues
• Review and support emergency care planning within the school district
• May conduct student examinations to identify communicable diseases and physical conditions that may require intervention
• Prescribe medications and issue medical documentation for student treatment as needed
• Develop and authorize standing orders for:
• Emergency medications maintained on campus
• Transfer of students to emergency facilities
• Administration of CPR and use of AEDs during medical emergencies
• Sign authorization forms for influenza immunizations for both students and staff
• Promote and support ongoing medical education and/or training
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other occupational safety standards
• Serve as the district’s medical liaison when required
• Perform physical assessments and sports physicals to determine student eligibility as needed
• Provide guidance during outbreaks of communicable diseases, including coordination with leadership and recommendations to decrease spread
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and standard precautions
• Educates staff on medical topics and health concerns relevant to the school environment
• Offer medical consultations to clinic staff via phone or email as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Skills

• Exceptional organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the school in a professional and exemplary manner
• High level of accuracy and detail oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medicine
• Strong knowledge of public health, epidemiology, and pediatric health
• In-depth understanding of assessment and treatment methodologies for injuries and illnesses

Ability

• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and work effectively with children and young adults
• Skilled in fostering and maintaining cooperative relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to assess and monitor healthcare outcomes
• Effective team player with a collaborative mindset
• Ability to handle complex and/or multi-faceted tasks simultaneously