Pediatrician

COASTAL BEND WELLNESS FOUNDATION; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation seeks a Pediatrician to provide comprehensive primary healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents up to age 20. You will lead within a Patient‑Centered Medical Home model and collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

The position requires MD/DO, Texas license, and DEA license; pediatric board certification is preferred. Schedule is 40 hours per week in a clinic setting with a focus on preventive care and family education.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license with no disciplinary history.
• Current DEA license or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics preferred.
• Experience in a primary care or community health setting preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete medical histories and perform physical examinations for patients from birth through young adulthood.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests; develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Provide preventive care, including well‑child visits, immunizations, and developmental screenings.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Prescribe and manage medications, therapies, and referrals to specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and behavioral/social health services to ensure integrated, patient‑centered care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Active Texas Medical License

Job description

Reports to: Medical Director

Full‑time Description

Job Title: Pediatrician

Classification: Full‑time

Summary

Provide comprehensive primary healthcare to infants, children, and adolescents (birth through age 20). Responsibilities include diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, preventive care, and health maintenance. The Pediatrician serves as a leader within the Patient‑Centered Medical Home model and collaborates with care team to deliver high‑quality, coordinated, and compassionate care to a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete medical histories and perform physical examinations for patients from birth through young adulthood.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests; develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Provide preventive care, including well‑child visits, immunizations, and developmental screenings.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Prescribe and manage medications, therapies, and referrals to specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and behavioral/social health services to ensure integrated, patient‑centered care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

Additional Expectations

• Provide oversight and guidance to medical assistants and support staff.
• Maintain productivity of approximately 3–4 patient encounters per clinical hour.
• Complete and close patient encounter documentation within three (3) business days.
• Deliver care efficiently to minimize patient wait times while maintaining quality.
• Demonstrate a positive, team‑oriented attitude and commitment to excellent patient and family.

Qualifications / Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license with no history of disciplinary action.
• Current DEA license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Board Certified in Pediatrics preferred.
• Experience in a primary care or community health setting preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills preferred, but not required.

Time / Physical Requirements

• Schedule is 40 hours per week, specifics negotiable based on clinic needs.
• Tasks occur in both medical office and clinic setting.
• Ability to perform standard clinical duties, including standing, walking, and lifting to 25 pounds.