Pediatrician (MD/DO) - Texas

Commonwealth Medical Services; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Brownwood, Texas is seeking a Pediatrician (MD/DO) to deliver comprehensive medical care to infants and children. The role encompasses preventive care, diagnosis, and management of various conditions within an outpatient clinic. Ideal candidates will have an MD or DO, complete a pediatric residency, and be board-eligible or certified in Pediatrics. Strong diagnostic, communication, and decision-making skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents.
• Conduct well-child visits, health screenings, and immunizations.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries.
• Manage chronic pediatric conditions such as asthma and diabetes.
• Monitor growth, development, and behavioral health.

Skills

Pediatric medicine knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Clinical decision-making

Family counseling

Education

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

Completion of pediatric residency program

Job description

Pediatrician (MD/DO)

Position Summary

The Pediatrician provides comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents. This role focuses on preventive care, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic pediatric conditions, and family-centered care to support healthy growth and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents
• Conduct well-child visits, health screenings, and immunizations
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries
• Manage chronic pediatric conditions such as asthma, diabetes, obesity, and developmental disorders
• Monitor growth, development, and behavioral health
• Provide anticipatory guidance and education to patients and families
• Coordinate care with pediatric subspecialists, schools, and community resources
• Interpret diagnostic studies and laboratory results
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and population health initiatives
• Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or clinical staff as applicable
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited pediatrics residency program
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

• Broad knowledge of pediatric medicine and child development
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
• Ability to manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care

Work Environment

• Outpatient pediatric clinic with possible inpatient or newborn nursery responsibilities depending on practice scope
• Call coverage as determined by practice needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
• Manual dexterity for examinations and office-based procedures
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.