Physician Pediatrics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

•    Deliver high-quality primary pediatric care during scheduled and walk-in visits.
•    Perform thorough physical exams to monitor growth, development, and overall health.
•    Diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric conditions, including both acute illnesses and chronic diseases.
•    Administer immunizations and counsel families on vaccine schedules and preventive care.
•    Provide health guidance on topics such as nutrition, physical activity, mental health, sleep, and behavioral issues.
•    Coordinate care for children with complex medical or psychosocial needs, referring to specialists as appropriate.
•    Provide emergency and urgent care as needed, including first aid and stabilization.
•    Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and compliant patient records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
•    Accurately code and bill for services and follow administrative guidelines.
•    Comply with clinic regulations and standards for prescribing, charting, lab follow-up, and referrals.

Teaching & Mentorship

•    Supervise and mentor pediatric residents from Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital during continuity and ambulatory rotations.
•    Participate in clinical teaching, bedside education, and case-based learning with residents.
•    Assist with curriculum delivery and evaluation of residents' clinical performance.
•    Serve as a role model for evidence-based, compassionate, and culturally responsive pediatric care.

Administrative & Collaborative Responsibilities

•    Meet or exceed clinical productivity benchmarks and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
•    Attend required staff meetings, teaching conferences, and quality improvement activities.
•    Notify the Chief Medical Officer promptly of any changes to licensure, DEA status, hospital privileges, or legal matters.
•    Consult with the Chief Medical Officer on complex clinical cases and interpretation of clinic protocols.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

•    Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
•    Valid California medical license and DEA registration.
•    Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics.

Experience

•    Experience providing pediatric primary care (experience with underserved or community health center populations preferred).
•    Prior experience in teaching, supervision, or mentoring of medical trainees strongly preferred.
•    Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Skills & Attributes

•    Strong communication skills for working with children, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
•    Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
•    Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
•    Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based care environment.
•    Commitment to health equity, continuous improvement, and lifelong learning.

Other Requirements

•    Maintains all credentials necessary for lawful practice of medicine in California.
•    Professional conduct and respectful communication with patients, staff, and community partners.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements of this role include those typically associated with clinical pediatric care.