Description

Pediatrician (MD / DO)

Quick Job Summary

Organization: Frontera Healthcare Network
Location: Fredericksburg, TX (200 W Windcrest Dr, Suite 100)
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)

Role Overview

Frontera Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Staff Pediatrician (MD) to deliver high-quality primary medical care in Fredericksburg, TX. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will manage an outpatient panel, provide clinical oversight, and drive community health initiatives in a supportive clinic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care: Provide direct pediatric clinical care (~4,200 annual encounters / 40 hours weekly), including routine check-ups, acute illness diagnosis, and management plans.
Continuity & Coverage: Review lab/X-ray results promptly, coordinate specialty referrals, and participate in scheduled emergency on-call coverage if required by local hospitals.
Clinical Oversight: Supervise support staff, mentor medical students, and collaborate with the Medical Director on quality improvement and PCMH standards.
Patient Education & Outreach: Educate patients and families on preventive health, disease management, and community health promotion initiatives.

Benefits & Perks

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Leadership Development & Career Growth Opportunities

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required Credentials & Experience:

Education: Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited school of medicine.
Licensure: Active, unrestricted license from the Texas Medical Board.
Registrations: Current DEA and DPS certificates to practice in Texas.
Certifications: Active CPR for Healthcare Professionals certification.
Hospital Privileges: Ability to hold privileges at designated area hospitals (if required).
Clinical Knowledge: Proficiency in the Texas Medical Practice Act, pediatric protocols, and EHR documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience: 1+ years of direct pediatric practice experience.
Language: Bilingual in Spanish (speaking and writing).

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift/move >50 lbs as needed during patient care.
Comfortable working in a dynamic clinic environment with standard exposure to healthcare settings.

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