Job Description
Job Description
Pediatrician – Outpatient
Location: Sacramento, California
Employment Type: Full-Time | Employed Position | Outpatient Only
Join a mission-driven outpatient practice serving children and families in the Sacramento area. This opportunity is ideal for a Pediatrician seeking a stable, community-focused role with strong clinical support and the ability to make a meaningful impact caring for an underserved patient population.
This is an employed position within a well-established healthcare organization committed to accessible, high-quality pediatric care.
Position Overview
The Pediatrician will provide comprehensive outpatient medical care to pediatric patients from birth through adolescence. The role focuses on preventive care, acute visits, chronic disease management, and developmental health in a community clinic setting.
The physician will work collaboratively with clinical staff and care teams to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric care for patients ages 0–19
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Conduct physical exams, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans
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Manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions
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Provide preventive care, immunizations, and health education
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Coordinate care with specialists and clinical support staff as needed
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Participate in call coverage and quality initiatives as required
Practice Highlights
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Outpatient-only pediatric practice
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Community health clinic environment
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Established patient base with consistent demand
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Multidisciplinary clinical and administrative support
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Opportunity to serve medically underserved families
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive compensation package $250k+ annually
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Strong benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options
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Malpractice coverage
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Paid time off and CME support
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Loan repayment eligibility may be available
Candidate Qualifications
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MD or DO
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Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
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Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
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DEA registration (or eligibility)
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Experience or strong interest in community-based or underserved care
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Bilingual skills a plus
About Sacramento, California
Sacramento offers a lower cost of living compared to other major California cities, a strong sense of community, and access to outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and regional travel. The area provides an excellent balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.