Pediatric - Developmental/Behavioral Physician

Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician General Pediatrics

Department: The Department
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: USA, Illinois
Reports To: Medical Director

1. POSITION SUMMARY

The position summary describes a full time Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician role providing evaluation and management of developmental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental conditions in children and adolescents. The clinician will join an established pediatric service line within a multidisciplinary environment that includes pediatric subspecialists, behavioral health professionals, and coordinated care programs.

2. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide clinical care for children with developmental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations, follow up visits, and ongoing management.
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists and behavioral health professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics as applicable.
• Utilize standard diagnostic tools and evidence based treatment approaches.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in shared call supported by a telephone nurse advisory system.
• Adhere to organizational policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional standard clinical duties as appropriate for pediatric practice.

3. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics.

4. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None stated.

5. COMPETENCIES

• Clinical expertise in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Communication and family centered care.
• Professionalism, ethics, and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary pediatric environment.

6. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services for developmental and behavioral conditions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics such as diagnostic and neurodevelopmental follow up programs.
• Coordinate care with pediatric subspecialists including neurology, genetics, gastroenterology, endocrinology, pulmonology, cardiology, and others.
• Collaborate with child psychologists and child psychiatrists.

7. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Opportunities for research or academic involvement if desired.
• Participation in departmental meetings and quality initiatives.

8. WORK SETTING & ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment: Hospital; Outpatient; Academic/Training Program

• Multidisciplinary pediatric environment with access to a broad range of pediatric subspecialties.
• Integrated behavioral health team including psychologists and psychiatrists.
• Access to advanced diagnostic resources and modern clinical systems (generalized per anonymization rules).
• Supportive call structure with a 24 hour nurse advisory system.

9. SCHEDULE & CALL REQUIREMENTS

• Flexible scheduling within standard clinical hours.
• Minimal call responsibilities supported by a telephone nurse advisory system.

10. REPORTING STRUCTURE

• Reports to the Medical Director or designated clinical leadership.

11. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation in the mid six figures range.
• Comprehensive benefits including insurance options, retirement programs, paid time off, CME support, and malpractice coverage.
• Additional incentives may be available based on experience and organizational guidelines.

12. PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform the full scope of pediatric clinical duties.
• Capacity for sustained attention, decision making, and communication in a clinical environment.
• Ability to lift, move, or support patients as needed within standard pediatric practice.

13. COMPLIANCE & LEGAL STATEMENTS

• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and organizational regulations.
• Adhere to ethical standards, patient privacy laws, and professional licensure requirements.

14. ABOUT THE EMPLOYER

The organization is a large, multispecialty health system serving communities across the region, offering a broad range of clinical services, training programs, and professional development opportunities. The system includes multiple hospitals, outpatient sites, and academic partnerships supporting high quality patient care and provider growth.

AUTONOMY DESCRIPTION

Collaborative Works within a multidisciplinary pediatric team with access to subspecialists and behavioral health professionals.