Pediatrician

About the role

As our Pediatrician, you will be a central and cornerstone provider in our physician-facing organization, delivering comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered medical care for infants, children, and adolescents across all developmental stages of life. This vital role is critical in promoting long-term health, wellness, and managing a broad spectrum of acute, chronic, and emergent pediatric conditions, profoundly impacting the health outcomes and quality of life for young patients and their families in our Kansas communities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central Pediatrician, delivering comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered medical care for infants, children, and adolescents across all developmental stages, significantly impacting health outcomes and quality of life in Kansas communities.
• Provide essential preventive care, administer immunizations, guide families through milestones, empower them with education, manage chronic pediatric conditions, perform minor procedures, and coordinate with specialists.
• Diligently build lasting relationships with children and families, meticulously document all encounters, communicate effectively, and ensure strict adherence to evidence-based guidelines, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Medical Degree from an accredited medical school is required.
• Must have successfully completed a residency program.
• Required Licensure and Certifications: Must be board certified and possess a current non-restricted license in Kansas. Must possess current, valid federal and state narcotics certificates. Current BLS and PALS certification required.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability and willingness to demonstrate and maintain competency as required for job title and the unit/area(s) of assignment.
• Must be Board Certified or Board Elgible

Qualifications

• Broad clinical expertise in pediatrics.
• Strong diagnostic acumen.
• Compassionate, child-centered approach to healthcare.
• Board-Certified/Board-Elgible Pediatrician with an active license in Kansas (or eligibility to obtain one).
• Experience in comprehensive pediatric practice, encompassing well-child visits, acute care, and chronic disease management.
• Genuine passion for serving as a primary healthcare advocate for the health of our diverse pediatric populations.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Compensation package totaling $288,017 annually, including a starting bonus and comprehensive relocation support.
• Professional growth and autonomy in a smaller setting.
• Lower cost of living compared to urban centers.
• Strong community bonds and outdoor lifestyle opportunities.

Pay and Recognition

• Broad range of compensation options.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Retirement plans including 401(k) and 403(b).
• Well-being programs.
• Financial future planning options.
• Dependent care assistance.

Where You'll Work

Southwest Kansas offers a compelling blend of professional and lifestyle benefits for providers. High demand, significant impact, professional growth, lower cost of living, and strong community bonds are some of the key advantages of working in Southwest Kansas.

External Hires

Qualified candidates must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for the application process should contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575.