Pediatrician

University Hospitals Urgent Care; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/Work Balance

No overnight shifts

CME allowance

PTO

Malpractice insurance

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

University Hospitals Urgent Care seeks a Pediatrician to provide age-appropriate care for patients ages 0-26 in a fast-paced urgent care setting. The role emphasizes pediatric and adolescent medicine with opportunities for growth across multiple UH Urgent Care centers in Ohio.

Positions include full-time (30 or 36 hours) or part-time (24 hours) schedules. Flexible shifts, competitive compensation, CME allowance, and comprehensive benefits are offered, with no overnight shifts required.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Active medical license in the state of practice or ability to obtain licensure.
• Current DEA registration and BLS/PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients ages 0-26 with emphasis on pediatric/adolescent care.
• Provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care in a fast-paced urgent care setting.
• Perform procedures such as suturing, incision and drainage, splinting, and foreign body removal.
• Document thoroughly and communicate diagnoses and follow-up plans to patients and families.
• Collaborate with the center team to ensure high-quality care and appropriate patient throughput.

Job description

University Hospitals Urgent Care is redefining the urgent care experience through patient-focused service, high-quality care, and a commitment to the communities we serve. We are growing our network and looking for passionate healthcare professionals who want to make a meaningful difference-one patient at a time.

Current Clinic Openings: Medina, Rocky River, Mentor & Willoughby, OH

We are seeking an experienced Pediatrician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician with a strong pediatric clinical background who enjoys caring for children, adolescents, and young adults in a fast-paced urgent care environment. The Pediatrician will provide high-quality, age-appropriate care to patients ages 0-26, with a primary focus on pediatric and adolescent patients. While the majority of the patient population will be pediatric, the Pediatrician will also evaluate and treat patients across the full 0-26 age range, including work-related injuries and occupational medicine visits when applicable.

The Perks of Being a University Hospitals Urgent Care Team Member

• We are hiring Pediatricians for FT (30 or 36 hours) and PT (24 hours) schedules ONLY. At this time, we do NOT have opportunities for PRN/Per Diem and are NOT hiring new graduates.

• Life/Work Balance - Flexible 3-day/12-hour week, 8am-8pm schedule for FT status.

• No overnight shifts required!

• FT status + benefits begin at only 30 hours per week!

• Competitive compensation package + bonus plan

• CME allowance + paid time off

• Fully covered malpractice insurance, including tail coverage

• Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and more

• Matching 401(k) plan

• Career growth opportunities

What You'll Do

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients ages 0-26, with a primary emphasis on pediatric and adolescent care.

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care in a fast-paced urgent care environment.

• Diagnose and treat common pediatric and adolescent illnesses, injuries, and acute medical conditions.

• Perform procedures within your scope of practice, including:

  • Suturing

  • Incision and drainage of abscesses

  • Splinting

  • Foreign body removal

• Provide age-appropriate treatment and comfort measures for pediatric patients.

• Order, interpret, and appropriately utilize diagnostic studies, including X-rays, EKGs, and laboratory testing.

• Educate patients, parents, caregivers, and team members regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, prevention, and follow-up care.

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation.

• Ensure appropriate communication and documentation to support quality patient care and reimbursement.

• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, medical assistants, and other center team members to provide efficient, high-quality care.

• Serve as a clinical resource for pediatric care within the center.

• Participate in center meetings, operational activities, and professional development opportunities.

• Maintain all required medical licenses, certifications, and professional credentials.

• Travel to other University Hospitals Urgent Care centers as needed to support business needs.

• Perform other duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

• Active medical license in the state of practice or ability to obtain licensure

• Current DEA registration

• Current BLS and PALS certifications

• Strong clinical experience caring for pediatric and adolescent patients

• Experience performing procedures such as suturing and incision/drainage

• Experience interpreting X-rays and EKGs

• Ability to meet University Hospitals Urgent Care credentialing requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative clinical team

• Willingness to travel to other centers as needed