AGING & DISABILITY SENIOR PHYSICIAN–PEDIATRICIAN - UNCLASSIFIED

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) of Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS) is currently accepting resumes for a full-time Senior Physician - Pediatrician position in Las Vegas. At ADSD, we foster innovative thinking, teamwork, and a positive work environment. Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive support services across the lifespan, allowing Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities or special health care needs to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives. Early Intervention Services We serve children ages 0-3 with developmental delays and disabilities eligible for Part C services under IDEA Part C. We also support children and families with diagnostics, including autism. Children enrolled in early intervention (EI) are entitled to medical services under CFR 303.13 of IDEA Part C.

Essential Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine or one approved by the Nevada Board of Medical Examiners
• One year of internship in an approved hospital and three years of experience in the practice of medicine, or an equivalent combination
• Completion of an appropriate residency approved by the American Medical Association, or an equivalent combination substituting each year of resident training for a year of medical practice
• Board eligibility in a medical specialty or board certification in a medical specialty
  

Job Duties

Direct Services - The Pediatrician will complete physical evaluations of children, recommend appropriate additional services, and discuss with the family the child's developmental functioning, nutrition consultations, assessment results, recommendations, and outcomes. They will write comprehensive reports including test results, clinical observations, findings, recommendations, and services provided in client charts (both physical and electronic). The Pediatrician will also facilitate all activities within Early Intervention services and discipline-specific software programs.

Autism Diagnostics - The Pediatrician may conduct diagnostic appointments for children on the autism spectrum. Our comprehensive team conducts a battery of assessments, including audio evaluations and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS). The Pediatrician, along with team members, will discuss and explain a synopsis of all assessments to the family, formalizing the diagnosis during the process. Additionally, a qualified staff member will attend each appointment with the family to ensure continuity and support.

Teaching - Pediatric residents from the University of Nevada, Reno, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Medicine rotate through NEIS for their developmental and behavioral rotation. This position supports collaboration with the university and residents to strengthen the knowledge base of future first-line practitioners. The Pediatrician will also offer training sessions to staff and/or parents 1-2 times per year on relevant topics.

Community Outreach - The Pediatrician will provide community outreach to local pediatrician offices, medical groups, and hospitals to support collaboration and continuity of care. This may also encompass participating in statewide commissions or coalitions to support stakeholder needs and state initiatives.

Additional Duties: Maintain all records, both physical and electronic, in the agency-approved file format. Ensure that files are kept in a confidential and secure manner, complying with state laws, federal regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and applicable policies. Protect health-related information in accordance with federal, state, department, and division regulations and policies. Immediately report any potential HIPAA violations following established policies and procedures.

Enroll, credential, and bill insurance as appropriate and in accordance with IDEA Part C regulations, state law, and applicable policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

RECRUITER INFORMATION: CRISTINA PETRILLA, cristina@adsd.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

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