Pediatrician
Company: Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Job Title: Pediatrician Classification:
Full-time Reports to: Medical Director Summary: Provide
comprehensive primary healthcare to infants, children, and
adolescents (birth through age 20). Responsibilities include
diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, preventive
care, and health maintenance. The Pediatrician serves as a leader
within the Patient-Centered Medical Home model and collaborates
with care team to deliver high-quality, coordinated, and
compassionate care to a diverse patient population.
Responsibilities: Obtain complete medical histories and perform
physical examinations for patients from birth through young
adulthood. Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic
illnesses. Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests;
develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans. Provide
preventive care, including well-child visits, immunizations, and
developmental screenings. Educate patients and families on health
maintenance, nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention. Prescribe
and manage medications, therapies, and referrals to specialists as
needed. Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, medical
assistants, and behavioral/social health services to ensure
integrated, patient-centered care. Maintain accurate, timely, and
complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
Additional Expectations: Provide oversight and guidance to medical
assistants and support staff. Maintain productivity of
approximately 3–4 patient encounters per clinical hour. Complete
and close patient encounter documentation within three (3) business
days. Deliver care efficiently to minimize patient wait times while
maintaining quality. Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude
and commitment to excellent patient and family Requirements
Qualifications/Experience: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of
Osteopathy (D.O.) from accredited institution. Active, unrestricted
Texas medical license with no history of disciplinary action.
Current DEA license (or ability to obtain prior to start). Board
Certified in Pediatrics preferred. Experience in a primary care or
community health setting preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) skills
preferred, but not required. Time/Physical Requirements: Schedule
is 40 hours per week, specific are negotiable based on clinic
needs. Tasks occur in both medical office and clinic setting.
Ability to perform standard clinical duties, including standing,
walking, and lifting to 25 pounds.
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