Pediatrician / Family Practice

Job description

Job Summary
KidsPeace is seeking a dedicated Pediatrician to provide high-quality medical care to children and adolescents served within our programs. This role is responsible for conducting medical assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, managing medications, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support the overall health and well-being of patients. The Pediatrician will practice in accordance with evidence-based medicine, professional standards, KidsPeace policies, and all applicable state, federal, licensing, and accrediting requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Care
• Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations for patients upon admission, including review of medical history, immunization records, allergies, family history, and physical examinations.
• Complete ongoing and discharge physical examinations in accordance with program regulations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, issue medical orders, and provide ongoing medical care.
• Coordinate consultations with specialists as needed.

Medication Management
• Prescribe, monitor, and manage medications in accordance with established pediatric standards.
• Order and review laboratory tests and diagnostic studies as appropriate.
• Participate in medical screenings of prospective admissions to determine medical appropriateness and anticipated care needs.

Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation, including histories and physicals, progress notes, medication reviews, and sick visits.
• Utilize approved documentation templates and follow organizational documentation standards.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.

Patient Safety & Emergency Response
• Assess patients' physical readiness for interventions, including restraint procedures when necessary.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide appropriate follow-up recommendations.
• Deliver minor first aid treatment and coordinate additional medical care when needed.

Clinical Leadership & Supervision
• Provide medical leadership for assigned programs and patient populations.
• Establish and maintain collaborative practice agreements with Advanced Practice Providers (NPs and PAs) as required.
• Supervise Advanced Practice Providers and students participating in approved educational programs.

Education & Professional Development
• Maintain an active medical license and required continuing medical education (CME) credits.
• Participate in clinical education through presentations, case reviews, journal discussions, and training programs.
• Mentor Advanced Practice Providers and provide educational support to staff.

Administrative Responsibilities
• Participate in committees, task forces, peer review activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to utilization management activities, including insurance reviews, appeals, prior authorizations, and clinical consultations.
• Participate in the physician on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Support organizational needs through occasional short-term assignments at other locations or programs.
• Provide required information for credentialing, privileging, and employment processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Current, unrestricted medical license in the applicable state(s) of practice.
• DEA registration and eligibility for medical staff credentialing.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.

Commitment to trauma-informed, patient-centered care for children and adolescents
About Us
KidsPeace is a private charity committed to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have provided psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment, accredited educational programs, and foster care services. Our culture is rooted in compassion, creativity