Pediatrician, Primary Care - Seaford

Nemours-Children; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

CME days and dollars

403(b) with employer match and 457(b)

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Seaford, Delaware, is seeking a Pediatrician for our primary care team. The role focuses on outpatient pediatrics, well-child care, and building long-term relationships with children and families.

The position includes extended-hours coverage to better support local families, with Nemours providing strong backing through a national pediatric health system. The ideal candidate will be board-eligible or board-certified in General Pediatrics, hold (or be eligible for) a

Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient pediatrics and well-child care.
• Ability to build lasting relationships with patients and families.
• Wosters/strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient pediatric care.
• Participate in extended-hours coverage including early mornings/evenings and some weekends.
• Support after-hours nurse triage to assist families when offices are closed.

Skills

Outpatient pediatrics

Continuity of care

Community-focused care

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Board eligible or board certified in General Pediatrics

Unrestricted Delaware medical license and DEA eligibility

Job description

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a Pediatrician to join our primary care team in Seaford, Delaware. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide high-quality outpatient pediatric care in a community-focused setting while being supported by one of the nation’s leading pediatric health systems.

At Nemours Children's Health, our Seaford team provides professional primary care services for infants, children, and adolescents, including well-child care, sick visits, immunizations, and ongoing support for families. We are looking for a pediatrician who is passionate about community-based care and interested in building lasting relationships with patients and families in Lower Delaware.

Why Seaford and Lower Delaware?

Located in Sussex County, Seaford offers a welcoming small-town community with access to outdoor recreation, the Nanticoke River, and Delaware’s coastal destinations. Lower Delaware is an appealing location for physicians who value a strong sense of community, a more relaxed pace of life, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an area with growing pediatric care needs.

About the Role

This position includes participation in extended-hours coverage, including early morning, early evening, and occasional weekend coverage, allowing us to better support the needs of local families. All Nemours primary care locations utilize after-hours nurse triage to support first-line patient calls when the office is closed.

This opportunity is ideal for a pediatrician who enjoys outpatient pediatrics, values continuity of care, and wants to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team with the backing of Nemours Children's Health.

What We Offer

Health, life, dental, and vision benefits for associates and their dependents

Wellness program

CME days and dollars

403(b) with employer match and 457(b) plan

Licensure and dues allowance after hire

Tuition reimbursement and tuition discount programs with various universities for associates and their dependents

Adoption assistance and parental leave

Qualifications

MD or DO

Board eligible or board certified in General Pediatrics

Eligible for unrestricted Delaware medical license and DEA

If you are looking for a pediatric opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact, enjoy professional growth, and maintain a strong work-life balance, we invite you to learn more about joining Nemours Children's Health in Seaford.

About the Team

At Nemours Children's, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

In the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children's, Delaware is a Top 10 children's hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.

A Level I Children's Surgery Center and three-time Magnet- recognized organization, Nemours Children's continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.

Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington's strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.