Pediatric Physician (Outpatient) - Chicago, IL

Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pediatric Physician to provide high-quality primary care to pediatric patients in an outpatient setting. The physician will deliver comprehensive medical services using evidence-based practices with a strong focus on preventive care, patient education, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

This role involves working collaboratively within a team-based care model to ensure continuity of care, improved health outcomes, and high patient satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive ambulatory pediatric primary care to infants, children, and adolescents.

• Obtain patient histories and perform thorough physical examinations.

• Develop accurate clinical diagnoses and prescribe evidence-based treatments.

• Provide patient and family education regarding disease prevention, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle practices.

• Maintain appropriate preventive health schedules for pediatric patients.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and provide appropriate referrals when necessary.

Patient Management

• Build and maintain a continuity-based pediatric practice, ensuring follow-up appointments and referrals are properly managed.

• Address environmental, social, and cultural factors that may impact patient health.

• Maintain strong patient relationships to promote high patient satisfaction and quality care.

Productivity & Documentation

• Meet productivity expectations by maintaining an average of approximately 2.6-2.7 patient visits per hour of clinical time.

• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation in medical records.

• Participate in peer chart reviews and quality assurance activities.

Quality Improvement & Collaboration

• Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and clinical review processes.

• Work collaboratively with healthcare providers, nurses, and support staff within a team-based care model.

• Maintain clinical competency through continuing medical education (CME).

On-Call & Schedule

• Participate in the assigned on-call rotation as required.

• Typical schedule includes four clinical days and one administrative day per week, with occasional weekend coverage.

Qualifications

Education & Training

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.

• Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.

Certification & Licensure

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.

• Eligible for state medical licensure and credentialing.

Language

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and patient engagement skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to patient confidentiality.

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinical setting

• Team-based healthcare environment

• Focus on preventive care and community health