Golisano Children's Hospital - Lee Health is seeking a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician!

Lehigh University; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Golisano Children’s Hospital in Fort Myers is seeking a full-time Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician. This role involves providing specialized care while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. The position offers competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus, generous PTO, and a supportive work environment focused on children's health.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Competitive salary and bonus opportunities

Sign-on bonus & relocation package

Dedicated CME time and allowance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Low-premium health insurance benefits

Malpractice and tail coverage

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team of pediatric specialists.
• Provide care for developmental and behavioral pediatric patients.
• Manage an outpatient schedule Monday through Friday.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Team Collaboration

Empathy

Education

Completion of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship

Job description

Golisano Children’s Hospital - Lee Health is seeking a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician!

Located near Southwest Florida's beaches, Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida is a state-of-the-art pediatric facility providing vital and lifesaving care for children and their families throughout the region. This 135-bed regional hospital cares for children across five counties and is the only children's hospital between Tampa and Miami. Golisano offers various specialized services, including emergency care, behavioral health, surgery, critical care, orthopedics, cancer treatment, cardiology, and more. The hospital features a 16-bed PICU and a 70-bed NICU with 24-hour Neonatology coverage.

Lee Health is a non-profit organization with over 16,000 employees, 4,500 volunteers, and more than 1,100 primary and specialty care providers across 100+ practice locations throughout Southwest Florida. It comprises 4 acute care hospitals and 2 specialty hospitals with over 1,800 beds.

Position Details:

Lee Physician Group (LPG) is seeking a full-time BC/BE Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrician to join our multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have completed a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship. The practice includes an interdisciplinary team of pediatric neurologists, developmental/behavioral health pediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, mental health workers, autism navigators, and behavioral health specialists. The outpatient schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends or call.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off to enjoy the beautiful SW Florida weather and beaches
• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Sign-on bonus & relocation package
• Dedicated CME time and allowance
• 403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) option
• Low-premium comprehensive health insurance benefits
• Participation in the Federal Public Service Loan Repayment Program
• Malpractice and tail coverage provided by the health system

Why Choose Golisano & Lee Health?

Golisano Children’s Hospital has been named Top Children’s Hospital four times by The Leapfrog Group. It is home to Southwest Florida’s only Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center and a Level III Neonatal ICU. Recognized as an Asthma Friendly Hospital and a Certified Autism Center—the second in the U.S. and first in Florida—Golisano exemplifies excellence in pediatric care.

Lee Health has earned top safety grades, including multiple "A" ratings, and has been recognized as one of America’s Best-in-State Employers by Forbes. It received the Pinnacle of EHR Experience Award from KLAS and honors as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, it is the first Florida healthcare system awarded the Governor’s Sterling Award.

Living in Lee County:

Enjoy year-round warm weather, outdoor activities, beautiful beaches, and vibrant cultural festivals. Fort Myers International Airport offers convenient travel options, and the area is close to Sanibel Island, Captiva, and Naples. It is centrally located between Orlando, Tampa, and Miami.

If interested, please email your CV to [e-mail].