DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Pediatrician provides comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare services to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions, promoting healthy growth and development, educating patients and families, coordinating care, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered medical services in compliance with applicable regulations and standards of care.
Essential FunctionsThe following duties are fundamental to the position:
(Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following):
Patient Care- Conduct comprehensive well-child examinations and annual physicals.
- Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic pediatric illnesses and injuries.
- Assess growth, development, behavioral health, and developmental milestones.
- Administer and monitor immunizations according to current guidelines.
- Prescribe medications and treatment plans consistent with evidence-based practices.
- Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results.
- Provide anticipatory guidance and health education to patients and families.
Preventive Care- Promote health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Monitor developmental, behavioral, and social-emotional health.
- Screen for childhood and adolescent health risks.
- Provide nutritional, safety, and wellness counseling.
Clinical Documentation - Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Maintain compliant medical records.
- Complete referrals, authorizations, and required medical forms.
Care Coordination - Collaborate with specialists, hospitals, schools, therapists, and community resources.
- Facilitate continuity of care and follow-up treatment.
- Participate in care management initiatives when appropriate.
Quality and Compliance- Follow established clinical protocols and practice standards.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Maintain compliance with infection control, HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational policies.
- Support patient safety initiatives and risk management programs.
Team Collaboration - Collaborate with Medical Assistants, Nurses, Advanced Practice Providers, and support staff.
- Serve as a clinical resource for staff members.
- Participate in provider meetings and interdisciplinary care discussions.
Minimum QualificationsEducation:Required- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
Licenses and Certifications:Required- Active California Physician and Surgeon License.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
- Current DEA Registration.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current PALS Certification (or obtained within employer-established timeframe).
Experience:Required- Completion of pediatric residency training.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Preferred - Two (2) years or more of outpatient pediatric practice experience.
- Experience working in community health centers, multispecialty practices, or integrated healthcare settings.
- Bilingual in Punjabi or Spanish based on patient population.
Knowledge of:Clinical Knowledge- Pediatric growth and development.
- Preventive healthcare and immunization guidelines.
- Acute and chronic pediatric disease management.
- Pediatric pharmacology and medication management.
- Pediatric behavioral and developmental disorders.
Regulatory Knowledge - HIPAA privacy regulations.
- OSHA standards.
- Infection prevention and control practices.
- California Medical Board regulations.
- Quality assurance and patient safety practices.
- Managed care and payer documentation requirements.
Ability to:- Apply sound clinical judgment in complex situations.
- Prioritize patient care needs effectively.
- Establish rapport with pediatric patients and families.
- Communicate medical information clearly and compassionately.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Work independently while functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Adapt to changing healthcare regulations and organizational priorities.
- Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Skills:Clinical Skills• Pediatric assessment and diagnosis.
• Physical examination techniques.
• Interpretation of laboratory and diagnostic findings.
• Medication prescribing and management.
• Clinical decision-making.
Communication Skills• Effective verbal communication with children, adolescents, and caregivers.
• Patient education and counseling.
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation.
• Professional written documentation.
Technology Skills• Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• E-prescribing platforms.
• Telehealth platforms.
• Microsoft Office applications.
CompetenciesIn addition to Peach Tree Healthcare's company values, this role will be assessed on the following competencies:
Clinical Expertise
- Accurately diagnoses and treats pediatric conditions.
- Applies evidence-based medicine.
- Develops appropriate treatment plans.
- Recognizes urgent and emergent conditions.
- Maintains pediatric-specific clinical knowledge.
Patient-Centered Care
- Builds trust with patients and caregivers.
- Respects cultural and family differences.
- Responds appropriately to patient concerns.
- Engages families in care decisions.
- Promotes positive patient experiences.
Communication Skills
- Explains diagnoses and treatment plans clearly.
- Uses age-appropriate communication techniques.
- Actively listens to patients and caregivers.
- Documents clinical information accurately.
- Maintains professional communication.
Preventive Medicine & Wellness
- Performs well-child examinations.
- Monitors developmental milestones.
- Provides anticipatory guidance.
- Promotes immunization compliance.
- Identifies health risks early.
Quality & Patient Safety
- Follows clinical safety protocols.
- Maintains accurate documentation.
- Reports and addresses safety concerns.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
- Minimizes medical errors.
Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge
- Adheres to California Medical Board requirements.
- Maintains licensure and certifications.
- Follows HIPAA requirements.
- Complies with payer documentation standards.
- Meets organizational compliance expectations.
Collaboration & Teamwork
- Collaborates with nurses, medical assistants, specialists, and support staff.
- Supports a positive workplace environment.
- Demonstrates respect toward team members.
- Participates in care coordination.
- Resolves workplace issues professionally.
Professionalism
- Maintains professional boundaries.
- Demonstrates reliability and dependability.
- Accepts responsibility for decisions and actions.
- Displays ethical decision-making.
- Serves as a positive role model.
Time Management & Productivity
- Completes documentation timely.
- Maintains appointment schedules.
- Manages patient flow effectively.
- Prioritizes urgent patient needs.
- Uses resources efficiently.
Continuous Learning & Development
- Maintains required continuing medical education (CME).
- Stays current on pediatric guidelines.
- Participates in training and development.
- Incorporates best practices.
- Engages in quality improvement efforts.
Tools, Technology, and Equipment: The following tools and equipment are commonly used to perform the essential functions of this position. The tools and equipment listed are representative of those used in this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to use required tools and perform essential functions.
Medical Equipment
• Stethoscopes
• Otoscopes
• Ophthalmoscopes
• Pulse oximeters
• Blood pressure monitoring devices
• Examination tables
• Diagnostic testing equipment
Technology
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• E-prescribing systems
• Medical scheduling systems
• Telemedicine platforms
• Computers, tablets, and printer
Office Equipment
• Telephone systems
• Copiers and scanners
• Fax systems
• Standard office software
Working ConditionsAll employees are required to take meal and rest breaks according to California State Law and company policy.
Typical Environment- Outpatient pediatric clinic
- Medical office environment
- Community health center
- Multi-specialty healthcare facility
Environmental Conditions- Frequent interaction with children, adolescents, and families.
- Exposure to common pediatric illnesses and infectious diseases.
- Fast-paced work environment requiring frequent interruptions and competing priorities.
- Occasional exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
Personal Protective Equipment- Gloves
- Masks
- Eye protection, as required
- Other PPE consistent with infection control standards
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Frequently Required- Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Use hands and fingers to operate medical equipment and computer systems.
- Speak, hear, and communicate effectively.
- Conduct visual assessments and examinations.
Occasionally Required- Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
- Assist pediatric patients during examinations.
- Lift and carry medical supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.
Vision Requirements- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Color vision
- Peripheral vision
- Ability to adjust focus
