Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible)

Delta Health Center, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Health Center is seeking a compassionate Pediatrician to join their team in Mound Bayou, Mississippi. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care to children and adolescents, emphasizing preventive health and community medicine. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics. This position offers a supportive team environment and the chance to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401 K matching up to 3%

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide primary pediatric care including physical exams and immunizations.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
• Educate patients and families on wellness and disease prevention.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Job description

Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible)

Mound Bayou, United States | Posted on 05/07/2025

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it’s the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965.At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

Job Description

Job Title: Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible)Location: Mound Bayou, MississippiDepartment: PediatricsReports To: Chief Medical Officer or Medical DirectorJob Type: Full-Time

Delta Health Center (DHC), located in historic Mound Bayou, MS, is one of the nation’s oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DHC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to underserved communities. We proudly serve patients across the Mississippi Delta with compassion, respect, and a deep sense of community responsibility.

Position Summary:Delta Health Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-centered Pediatrician to join our growing team. The Pediatrician will provide high-quality, comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on preventive health as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. This position offers the opportunity to practice meaningful community medicine in a supportive team environment. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide primary pediatric care including physical exams, immunizations, developmental screenings, and treatment for common childhood illnesses and injuries.

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions and collaborate with specialists when necessary.

• Educate patients and families on wellness, nutrition, and disease prevention.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team huddles, and care coordination activities.

• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, and behavioral health professionals to deliver holistic care.

• Participate in after-hours call rotation as scheduled.

• Comply with organizational policies and all federal and state regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.

• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.

• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).

• BLS and PALS certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:• Experience working with underserved or rural populations.• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.

Requirements

Qualifications:• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).• Current DEA registration.• BLS and PALS certification required.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

• Eligible for NHSC Loan Repayment and other state/federal incentive programs.

• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, life insurance), Paid vacation, sick leave, and 401 K matching up to 3%.