Pediatrician

MD PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES is an EEO Employer - M/F/Protected Veteran Status


Position Summary


The Employed Physician at MD Pediatric Associates is a compassionate, board-eligible or board-certified pediatrician responsible for delivering comprehensive primary care to infants, children, and adolescents in alignment with the practice's mission to provide excellent, family-focused care. This role includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting preventive health, and guiding families through all stages of pediatric development. The physician serves as a clinical leader within the care team, collaborating with nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure coordinated, relationship-based care. The physician is expected to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous improvement while supporting the health and well-being of the community.


Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

• Valid license to practice medicine in the State of Texas

• Board eligibility in Pediatrics (board certification preferred)

• Current CPR Certification

• Valid DEA, DPS, and any other licenses or certificates legally required to practice in Texas

• Successful completion of all required clinical rotations and internship

• Completion of all CME as required by the Texas Medical Board

• Maintenance of active board certification

• Successful completion of MDPA and affiliated hospital credentialing processes

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive physical exams and routine well-child checks

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions

• Administer or prescribe medications, vaccinations, therapies, and specialized care

• Obtain and maintain accurate medical histories, exam findings, and test results in the EHR

• Order, interpret, and act upon laboratory and diagnostic tests as appropriate

• Counsel patients and families on nutrition, activity, hygiene, development, and prevention

• Discuss diagnoses, procedures, test results, and treatment plans in understandable terms

• Refer patients to specialists or other services when needed, and ensure follow-up

• Supervise and support the clinical team including APPs, nurses, MAs, and patient care coordinators

• Participate in prenatal education classes, community outreach, and marketing events

• Attend internal and external clinical meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned

• Collaborate in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and provide occasional in-service training

• Uphold MDPA's Code of Conduct and model the Mission, Vision, and Values in practice

• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization

Key Competencies:

• Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills

• Ability to clearly communicate medical information to patients and families

• Proficiency in navigating MD Pediatric Associates' electronic health records (EHR) and related systems

• Clinical Excellence: Provides evidence-based, high-quality medical care to pediatric patients from birth through young adulthood

• Communication: Demonstrates clear, respectful, and empathetic communication with patients, families, and team members

• Collaboration: Works effectively within an interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated and family-centered care

• Cultural Sensitivity: Understands and respects diverse backgrounds, values, and health beliefs

• Time Management: Manages patient flow, documentation, and care coordination in a timely and organized manner

• Adaptability: Responds flexibly to changing patient needs, office protocols, and healthcare regulations

• Ethical Practice: Maintains confidentiality and adheres to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct

EEO/AAP Policy Statement


MD Pediatric Associates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.


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