Pediatrician (MD/DO) – $280K–$320K + $30K Sign-On Bonus
Updated 10/30/26
El Centro, California, United States
Physician
Pediatrics
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Pediatrician (MD/DO)
Location: El Centro / Calexico, California | Full-Time | Outpatient Pediatrics
Job Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric primary care to newborns, infants, children, and adolescents.
Conduct well-child visits, annual physical examinations, school physicals, and sports physicals.
Diagnose and treat common acute illnesses, including respiratory infections, asthma, allergies, gastrointestinal conditions, and skin disorders.
Evaluate and manage chronic conditions such as asthma, obesity, diabetes, ADHD, and other developmental or behavioral concerns within the physician's scope of practice.
Monitor growth, nutrition, developmental milestones, and age-appropriate physical and emotional development.
Order and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other medically necessary investigations.
Administer and recommend immunizations in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Perform routine developmental and behavioral screenings and coordinate referrals for specialized services when needed.
Provide anticipatory guidance to parents and caregivers regarding nutrition, sleep, physical activity, injury prevention, and adolescent health.
Coordinate care with specialists, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
Supervise nurse practitioners (NPs) and provide clinical guidance as appropriate.
Recognize pediatric emergencies and arrange timely transfers to higher levels of care when indicated.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records, including appropriate ICD-10 and CPT documentation.
Comply with applicable California Medical Board requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, and other healthcare regulations.
Participate in quality improvement, peer review, patient safety initiatives, and interdisciplinary care coordination.
Educate families on diagnoses, treatment plans, preventive care, and childhood development.
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited pediatric residency program.
Active, unrestricted California physician license or eligibility to obtain the required license before employment; licensing requirements are flexible and subject to verification.
Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics or an accepted equivalent.
Current DEA registration and required life-support certifications, including BLS; PALS requirements to be confirmed during screening.
Eligibility for credentialing and participation with applicable insurance programs.
Prior outpatient pediatric experience is desirable; candidates with varying levels of experience may be considered.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and patient- and family-centered care skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and supervise nurse practitioners.
Working Hours
Employment type: Full-time.
Working hours: Approximately 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.
Location: El Centro / Calexico, California.
Patient population: Birth through age 18.
Clinical scope: Preventive care, acute illnesses, chronic disease management, developmental and behavioral concerns, immunizations, and general pediatric primary care.
Skills
Annual compensation: $280,000-$320,000, depending on experience.
Sign-on bonus: $30,000, subject to a five-year commitment and applicable terms.
Relocation assistance: May be available through the sign-on bonus arrangement; separate relocation funding is not specified.
Benefits package includes:
Health insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
401(k) with employer matching.
Paid time off and vacation, including three weeks of vacation per year.
Malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.
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