Physician

Playgroundpediatrics; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Malpractice coverage

Full operational and administrative support

Job summary

Playgroundpediatrics is seeking a Pediatrician – Founding Physician to help launch a new practice in Monroe, North Carolina. This unique opportunity allows you to build a pediatrics practice from the ground up in a fast-growing community. You will provide comprehensive care, establish long-term relationships with families, and shape the clinic's culture.

This role offers competitive compensation, with full operational support and a collaborative working environment, all while enjoying Monroe's blend of small-town charm and proximity to Charlotte.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics required for this role.
• Must be eligible for state medical licensure.
• Possession of a DEA license or ability to obtain is necessary.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.
• Interest in community engagement and practice-building is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents.
• Build long-term, trusted relationships with families.
• Help shape clinic workflows, culture, and patient experience.
• Participate in community outreach and local partnerships.
• Collaborate closely with medical and operational leadership.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Interest in community engagement

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

Eligible for state medical licensure

DEA license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Pediatrician – Founding Physician

New Pediatric Practice (De Novo) | Monroe, North Carolina

Location: Monroe, North Carolina

Employment Type: Full-Time

Practice Status: New Practice (Aligned with the Right Provider and Location)

Summary

Help launch a new practice in a high-growth market.

Build Something New ‑ Where It’s Truly Needed

We are exploring the launch of a new pediatric practice in Monroe and are seeking a pediatrician who wants more than a traditional associate role.

This is a rare opportunity to help build a practice from the ground up in a community with growing demand for accessible, high-quality pediatric care.

This is a provider-led expansion with flexibility around timing and location to ensure the right long‑term fit.

From day one, you will play a meaningful role in shaping the clinical experience, care model, and community relationships of a practice built to last.

Why Monroe?

Monroe offers the best of both worlds, combining small‑town accessibility with close proximity to the Charlotte metro area.

• Within 30 minutes of Charlotte, providing access to major hospitals, dining, and amenities
• Rapid population growth driven by families moving just outside the city
• Strong local schools and a highly family‑oriented community
• Lower cost of living compared to Charlotte with more space and flexibility

Monroe presents a unique opportunity to practice in a growing market where demand is real and relationships are still personal, giving you the ability to quickly become a trusted provider in the community.

The Role

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents
• Build long‑term, trusted relationships with families
• Help shape clinic workflows, culture, and patient experience
• Participate in community outreach and local partnerships
• Collaborate closely with medical and operational leadership

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Eligible for state medical licensure
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset
• Interest in community engagement and practice‑building

Compensation & Support

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidaysMalpractice coverage
• Full operational and administrative support

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is not a replacement role. It is a chance to be a founding physician in a thoughtfully designed pediatric practice serving a community with real demand.