Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible)

About the role

Delta Health Center, Inc. is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-centered Pediatrician to join their growing team in Mound Bayou, Mississippi. The Pediatrician will provide high-quality, comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on preventive health as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. This position offers the opportunity to practice meaningful community medicine in a supportive team environment. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide primary pediatric care including physical exams, immunizations, developmental screenings, and treatment for common childhood illnesses and injuries.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions and collaborate with specialists when necessary.
• Educate patients and families on wellness, nutrition, and disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team huddles, and care coordination activities.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, and behavioral health professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Participate in after-hours call rotation as scheduled.
• Comply with organizational policies and all federal and state regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).
• CURRENT DEA registration.
• BLS and PALS certification required.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).
• CURRENT DEA registration.
• BLS and PALS certification required.