International Pediatricians

Angel Kids Pediatrics; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

ECFMG coordination

Credential verification assistance

Immigration options guidance

Job summary

Angel Kids Pediatrics in Jacksonville, FL, seeks internationally trained pediatricians pursuing Florida’s alternative licensure pathway. The role supports care for infants to adolescents within a medical home model, requiring USMLE, ECFMG, and completion of pediatric training outside the U.S.

Physicians will navigate licensing with support from the team, while practicing on-site with occasional telehealth opportunities. Eligible candidates may explore relocation and immigration options.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted medical license is required.
• Current ECFMG certification is required.
• USMLE examinations completed are required.
• Recent independent clinical practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care for infants, children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.

Skills

Active unrestricted medical license

Current ECFMG certification

USMLE examinations completed

Recent independent clinical practice

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent medical degree

Pediatric specialty training completed outside the United States

Job description

Florida Alternative Licensure Pathway for Eligible International Physicians

Jacksonville, Florida | Full-Time | Primarily On-Site with Telehealth Opportunities

Build Your Pediatric Career in Florida

Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is seeking outstanding internationally trained pediatricians who may qualify for Florida's alternative physician licensure pathway for eligible international physicians.

If you have completed pediatric specialty training outside the United States, have successfully completed the required USMLE examinations and ECFMG certification requirements, and are passionate about caring for children, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Our team will work with qualified candidates throughout the licensing, credentialing, onboarding, and transition process. Final licensure decisions are made solely by the Florida Board of Medicine.

About Angel Kids

Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is one of Northeast Florida's largest independent pediatric organizations, caring for nearly 50,000 children through 10 locations across Duval, St. Johns, and Nassau Counties.

Our physician-led team includes:

• 10 Advanced Practice Providers
• Pediatric Behavioral Health Specialists
• Social Workers
• Family Navigators

We proudly provide integrated pediatric primary care, behavioral health, developmental services, and population health programs to one of Florida's most culturally diverse pediatric populations.

National Recognition

Angel Kids is proud to be:

• NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home
• NCQA Behavioral Health Distinction
• Nationally recognized by CMS for innovation and healthcare transformation
• A leader in pediatric value-based care and population health
• A practice consistently achieving outstanding HEDIS and quality outcomes

Our physicians and staff represent nine countries and speak more than twelve languages, reflecting the diversity of the families we serve.

The Opportunity

As an Angel Kids Pediatrician you will provide comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents while working in an integrated medical home that combines primary care with behavioral health, developmental services, and care coordination.

You will collaborate daily with pediatricians, psychologists, behavioral health clinicians, social workers, and care coordinators to deliver truly comprehensive pediatric care.

This position is ideal for physicians who value:

• Comprehensive pediatric medicine
• Team-based care
• Integrated behavioral health
• Evidence-based practice
• Health equity
• Long-term patient relationships
• Value-based care

Florida has established an alternative licensure pathway for certain internationally trained physicians who meet statutory requirements.

Qualified applicants generally should have:

• Medical degree from a recognized international medical school
• Completed pediatric residency or equivalent specialty training outside the United States
• Active medical license in another country
• Recent independent clinical practice
• Active ECFMG certificationSuccessful completion of the required USMLE examinations
• Eligibility for Florida medical licensure

Applicants must independently satisfy all Florida Board of Medicine licensing requirements. Angel Kids cannot guarantee licensure but will assist qualified candidates throughout the application process.

Qualifications

Required:

• MD, MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent medical degree
• Pediatric specialty training completed outside the United States
• Active unrestricted medical license
• Current ECFMG certification
• Required USMLE examinations completed
• Commitment to compassionate pediatric care

Preferred:

• Experience in primary care pediatrics
• Autism or ADHD experience
• Behavioral health integration
• Value-based care
• Fluency in additional languages

Why Join Angel Kids?

Meaningful Work

Care for one of Florida's most diverse pediatric populations while helping improve children's health and well-being.

Integrated Care

Practice in a nationally recognized pediatric medical home that combines pediatrics, behavioral health, developmental services, autism care, ADHD management, and care coordination.

Collaborative Environment

Join an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to supporting physician success.

• Performance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• Paid time off
• Loan repayment opportunities (when applicable)
• Potential relocation assistance

Balanced Lifestyle

• Shared call schedule

Selected candidates may receive assistance with:

• Credential verification
• ECFMG coordination
• Clinical onboarding
• Electronic Health Record training
• Transition into U.S. pediatric practice

Depending on individual circumstances, Angel Kids may also evaluate potential employer-supported immigration options. Immigration decisions are made independently under applicable U.S. laws and may require consultation with qualified immigration counsel.

Angel Kids is committed to advancing the future of pediatric healthcare through quality improvement, value-based care, artificial intelligence, and physician workforce innovation.

Qualified physicians joining our organization will have opportunities to participate in innovative clinical initiatives designed to improve access, quality, and outcomes for children.

Why Jacksonville?

Jacksonville offers an outstanding quality of life with:

• Beautiful Atlantic beaches
• Family-friendly communities
• Outdoor recreation year-round
• Professional sports and cultural attractions
• Affordable cost of living compared with many major coastal cities

Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.