Physician - Pediatrician

Tampa Family Health Centers, Inc.; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and pharmacy coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a compassionate Pediatrician to join our primary care team in Tampa, FL. You will provide comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents, including preventive services, acute treatment, and chronic disease management.

You will collaborate with advanced practice providers, nursing staff, residents, and students to support TFHC’s Patient-Centered Medical Home model while teaching and supervising trainees as applicable.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Board Certification required within one year of eligibility.
• Active and unrestricted Florida medical license.
• Active DEA registration.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to diverse patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care including well-child visits and preventive services.
• Manage acute care, chronic disease, and adherence to care plans.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment, and prevention.
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostics; develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate referrals for specialty care and additional services.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and timely charting.
• Participate in care team huddles and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Support TFHC’s Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical judgement

HIPAA knowledge

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

Pediatric Residency completed

Florida medical license

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Active DEA registration

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) familiarity

Job description

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Full Time Medical Staff Tampa, FL, US

Location: Tampa, Florida
Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers
Schedule: Full-Time

About Tampa Family Health Centers

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service—it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to diverse communities throughout Hillsborough County.

Joining TFHC means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where physicians are supported, valued, and empowered to practice at the top of their license while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a compassionate Pediatrician to join our primary care team.

The Pediatrician will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents, including preventive services, acute treatment, chronic disease management, developmental care, and patient and family education.

This physician will also serve as a clinical resource to advanced practice providers, nursing staff, residents, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team while supporting TFHC’s Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Provide comprehensive pediatric care, including well-child visits, preventive services, acute care, and chronic disease management

Perform patient histories, physical examinations, clinical assessments, and medical diagnoses

Monitor growth, development, immunizations, and age-appropriate health screenings

Order, review, and interpret laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic testing

Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and coordinate follow-up care

Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment, wellness, and disease prevention

Make appropriate referrals for specialty care, diagnostic services, treatment, and follow-up

Maintain complete, accurate, and timely electronic health record documentation

Complete billing charges and clinical tasks in accordance with organizational requirements

Participate in daily care team huddles, peer review, and quality-improvement initiatives

Support efforts to close care gaps and improve pediatric health outcomes

Provide clinical guidance and oversight to advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other care team members

Teach and supervise residents, medical students, and allied health professionals when applicable

Support accreditation readiness, clinical quality measures, and organizational performance goals

Participate in after-hours coverage when assigned

Protect patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and safety

Comply with HIPAA, federal, state, accreditation, HRSA, and TFHC requirements

Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

Board Certification required within one year of eligibility

Active and unrestricted Florida medical license

Active DEA registration

Current Basic Life Support certification

Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills

Commitment to maintaining required continuing medical education and professional development

Ability to provide compassionate care to patients and families from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds

Proficiency with electronic health record systems

Benefits and Rewards

TFHC offers a comprehensive physician benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth:

Competitive base salary with productivity incentive opportunities

Medical and pharmacy coverage with low-cost employee premiums

Dental and vision insurance

$0 employee copays for eligible care received through TFHC

Generous paid time off

Seven paid company holidays

Paid CME days and professional-development support

Annual licensing stipend

401(k) retirement program with employer contribution after one year

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance

Student loan refinancing and financial-wellness resources

NHSC Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Tampa Family Health Centers operates National Health Service Corps-approved locations. Eligible Pediatricians assigned to a qualifying TFHC location may apply for federal student loan repayment opportunities through the NHSC.

Loan repayment is separate from TFHC salary, productivity incentives, paid time off, retirement benefits, and insurance coverage. Eligibility and awards are determined directly by HRSA based on the physician, qualifying educational debt, assigned location, available funding, and current program requirements.

Why Tampa?

Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family-friendly communities throughout the Tampa Bay area.

It is an exceptional place to build a meaningful pediatric career while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Join Our Team

Build a career that goes beyond treating illness. Join Tampa Family Health Centers and help expand access to compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality pediatric healthcare throughout Tampa Bay.

Please note that the employee’s initial training schedule may differ from the regular schedule of the position. All new hires, including part-time employees, must be available for up to 40 hours of in-person, on-site training during their first week. Additional mandatory training may continue for approximately two to three weeks, depending on the position and training requirements. Training may take place at a TFHC location other than the employee’s assigned work location.