Pediatrician - Full-Time

Knox Community Hospital; Mount Vernon (OH); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Knox Community Hospital in Mount Vernon, Ohio, is seeking a Pediatrician to join our comprehensive team. The clinic and Birthing Center share a building and are supported by a collaborative care team to deliver high-quality pediatric care.

Responsibilities include well-child visits, ADHD assessment, newborn care in the Birthing Center, and participation in ongoing clinical education and community health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Board-certified pediatrician; if board eligible, pass boards within 5 years.
• Active Ohio medical license and valid DEA registration.
• Ability to work well in a team-based environment.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Proficiency with EHRs and modern medical technology.
• Willingness to participate in call rotation and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope pediatric clinic care including well-child care, physicals, diagnosis and treatment of pediatric illnesses, pediatric ADHD assessment and treatment.
• Provide call coverage to our Birthing Center to treat newborns upon delivery.
• Adhere to hospital standards and participate in required annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.
• Contribute to community health initiatives and patient safety efforts.
• Utilize state-of-the-art technology to deliver high-quality care.
• Supported by a comprehensive care team including LSWs, lactation specialists, educators, and other clinical experts.

Skills

Team-based care

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Education

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Knox Community Hospital (KCH) is looking for a Pediatrician to join our comprehensive team. KCH is located in beautiful rural Mount Vernon, Ohio. Our facility houses both the pediatric clinic and Birthing Center in the same building. The Birthing Center was built in 2020 and hosts state of the art fetal monitoring equipment. Both the clinic and Birthing Center are staffed with a qualified team to provide quality care to patients.

Schedule

• 4 clinic days/week
• Call rotation with PRN locum support for vacations and extended leave

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope pediatric clinic care including well-child care, physicals, diagnosis and treatment of pediatric illnesses, pediatric ADHD assessment and treatment
• Provide call coverage to our Birthing Center to treat newborns upon delivery
• Adhere to hospital standards and participate in required annual education related to specialty certifications and standards
• Contribute to community health initiatives and patient safety efforts
• Utilize state-of-the-art technology to deliver high-quality care
• Supported by a comprehensive care team including LSWs, lactation specialists, educators, and other clinical experts

On-Call Expectations

• Provide pediatric coverage for laboring patients in the Birthing Center
• Shared Telemedicine coverage with colleagues
• The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a community-focused healthcare organization
• Paid time off (PTO): contract negotiable
• Paid malpractice insurance (occurrence-based)
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Retirement plans: Employer-funded 403(b) and employee-funded 457 plans

Requirements Include

• Board-Certified Pediatrician (if Board Eligible, the incoming physician must pass Boards within 5 year of completing Residency)
• Active Ohio Medical License and dedicated DEA
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
• Knowledge of healthcare standards and compliance requirements
• Willingness to participate in call rotation and administrative duties
• Proficiency with electronic health records and modern medical technology
• Dedication to ongoing professional development and quality improvement