Pediatrician

Protouch Staffing; North Carolina; On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Malpractice insurance

PTO 20 days

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking a Pediatrician for an outpatient practice in Asheville, NC. The physician will provide primary care from birth through age 21, with emphasis on preventive care and family education.

Schedule is 4 days per week with one Saturday clinic every 6 weeks; no hospital rounding. Competitive compensation and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with pediatrics training.
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric clinical experience.
• Board certification in pediatrics preferred.
• Active NC medical license or eligibility.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to patients 0-21.
• Conduct well-child visits, physical exams, and developmental assessments.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and chronic conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment and care plans.
• Monitor growth, nutrition, and overall health.
• Provide preventive care, immunization guidance and anticipatory guidance.
• Educate parents and caregivers on nutrition, safety, and milestones.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

On-call management

Education

MD or DO degree with pediatrics training

Tools

Athena EMR

Job description

Job Description

Pediatrician

Location: Asheville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $160,000-$185,000 per year
Setting: Outpatient Pediatric Practice
Patient Population: Infants, Children & Adolescents (0-21 years)
Schedule: 4 days per week + every 6th Saturday (9:00 AM-11:00 AM)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatrician to join a well-established outpatient pediatric practice in Asheville, NC. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive primary care to patients from birth through age 21, with a strong focus on preventive care, growth and development, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, and family education.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pediatric physician who values collaborative care, work-life balance, and practicing in a supportive outpatient environment. Hospital rounding is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to patients ages 0-21.
• Conduct well-child visits, routine physical examinations, and developmental assessments.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and common pediatric health concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment and care plans based on each patient's needs.
• Monitor children's growth, development, nutrition, and overall health.
• Provide preventive healthcare, immunization guidance, and anticipatory guidance to patients and families.
• Educate parents and caregivers regarding nutrition, safety, developmental milestones, and ongoing health maintenance.

Schedule & Call

• 4-day workweek
• Every 6th Saturday: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM clinic
• Pediatrician is on call during the Saturday weekend
• Typically one additional night of call per week
• A telephone triage service handles initial calls and contacts the physician when escalation to the ER or urgent care may be necessary.
• Additional coverage on a scheduled day off may be available with separate compensation.

Patient Volume

• Approximately 18-24 patients per day, depending on visit type.
• Well-child visits are typically scheduled for 30 minutes.
• Sick visits are typically scheduled for 15 minutes.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with completed training in Pediatrics.
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric clinical experience required.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics preferred.
• Active medical license or eligibility for licensure in North Carolina.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong clinical judgment and pediatric assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Previous experience with Athena EMR is helpful but not required.

Practice Environment

• Outpatient office-based pediatric practice.
• No hospital rounding responsibilities.
• Established practice with more than 14 years of operation.
• Collaborative environment with multiple physicians.
• Focus on comprehensive, high-quality pediatric care.

Benefits

• 100% medical insurance coverage
• 401(k) with 4.25% employer match
• 100% employer-paid malpractice insurance
• 20 days of PTO annually (equivalent to approximately 5 weeks)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule

Company Description

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.