Pediatrics Physician

About the role

The Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, part of the Indian Health Service (IHS) Navajo Area, seeks two experienced Pediatricians to provide inpatient and outpatient care to the Navajo Nation community.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric medical care for infants, children, and adolescents
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions
• Perform evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide follow up care
• Support both inpatient and outpatient pediatric services
• Respond to after hours calls during assigned on call shifts
• Collaborate closely with nurses, APPs, and other hospital staff
• Document all encounters in the electronic health record
• Support the mission of IHS to improve the health of American Indian and Alaska Native communities

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Active, unrestricted U.S. medical license
• Ability to obtain/maintain IHS clinical privileges
• Current professional certifications as required by the facility
• Experience in rural, tribal, or underserved communities preferred

Compensation

• Hourly Clinical Rate: Negotiable
• Weeknight On Call (Mon-Fri, 5:00 pm - 8:00 am): Negotiable
• Weekend On Call (24 hours): Negotiable

Schedule

• Clinical Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• On Call Coverage: Weeknights 5:00 pm - 8:00 am, Weekends 24 hour shifts
• Must be reachable and able to report to the hospital within 2 hours during standby periods.

Location

Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility, located in Chinle, Arizona, is situated in the heart of the Navajo Nation, surrounded by rich culture and stunning Southwest landscapes.