Pediatrician Full Time Job ID 1724080

Job Description

Job Description

HSA and Florida Physician Group

Role: Pediatrician

Location: Fort Lauderdale, South Florida

Practice: Florida Physician Group/Hialeah Hospital

Position Overview

Florida Physician Group, a member of HSA Hospitals (Hospital Systems of America) , is seeking a Pediatrician to join our pediatric services at the hospital in South Florida. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high-quality clinical team in a well-established hospital and ambulatory setting with a strong commitment to patient-centered, family-focused care, clinical excellence, and physician support.

About hospital

The hospital is an acute care facility dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the South Florida community. The pediatric service provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Hospital highlights include:

• Dedicated pediatric inpatient and newborn care capabilities, as applicable.
• Integrated outpatient clinics focused on preventive care, chronic disease management, value-based care and acute pediatric illness.
• Multidisciplinary support includes nursing, social work, care coordination, and ancillary services.
• Strong emphasis on vaccination, preventive health, and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct well‑child visits, including developmental surveillance, immunizations, anticipatory guidance, and school/sports clearance.
• Evaluate and manage acute illnesses and injuries in pediatric patients in clinic and, when applicable, inpatient settings.
• Diagnose and manage chronic pediatric conditions (e.g., asthma, obesity, ADHD, diabetes) and coordinate care with pediatric subspecialists.
• Provide newborn hospital care, including admission, daily rounds, and discharge, as applicable to the practice setting.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication usage, and follow‑up plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure appropriate coding and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in call coverage, after‑hours phone triage, and/or inpatient coverage as assigned by the department.
• Support quality‑improvement initiatives, vaccination campaigns, preventive‑care outreach, and population health efforts.
• Collaborate with nursing, social work, case management, and ancillary services to address psychosocial, developmental, and care‑coordination needs.
• Comply with hospital bylaws, departmental policies, and professional practice standards.
• Perform other pediatrics‑related duties as requested in support of the pediatric program and institutional mission.

Qualifications & Skills

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with completion of an ACGME‑accredited Pediatric residency.
• Board eligible or board certified in Pediatrics.
• Current, unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility) and DEA registration.
• Current BLS and PALS certification; NRP certification as required for newborn care.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered, family-focused, high-quality pediatric care.

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of pediatric growth, development, and behavior across infancy through adolescence.
• Excellent communication skills with children, adolescents, and families, including the ability to provide clear education and anticipatory guidance.
• Ability to manage a diverse pediatric panel, prioritize urgent issues, and maintain efficiency in a busy clinical setting.
• Commitment to family‑centered, culturally sensitive care and continuous professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and pediatric practice scope.
• Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• CME allowance and support for continuing education.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• Supportive leadership with long-term career growth and program development opportunities.

Why South Florida?

Fort Lauderdale offers an exceptional quality of life:

• Year-round sunshine and warm climate.
• World-class beaches, boating, and outdoor recreation.
• Vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scene.
• No Florida state income tax.
• Easy access to Miami, Palm Beach, and international airports.
• Diverse, welcoming communities.

Build a rewarding pediatric career while living where others vacation.