What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible) position at Delta Health Center?
Job Title: Pediatrician (Board Certified or Board Eligible) Location: Mound Bayou, Mississippi Department: Pediatrics Reports To: Chief Medical Officer or Medical Director Job Type: Full-Time
About Delta Health Center, Inc.
Delta Health Center (DHC), located in historic Mound Bayou, MS, is one of the nation’s oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DHC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to underserved communities. We proudly serve patients across the Mississippi Delta with compassion, respect, and a deep sense of community responsibility.
Position Summary: Delta Health Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-centered Pediatrician to join our growing team. The Pediatrician will provide high-quality, comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on preventive health as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. This position offers the opportunity to practice meaningful community medicine in a supportive team environment. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide primary pediatric care including physical exams, immunizations, developmental screenings, and treatment for common childhood illnesses and injuries.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions and collaborate with specialists when necessary.
• Educate patients and families on wellness, nutrition, and disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team huddles, and care coordination activities.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, and behavioral health professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Participate in after-hours call rotation as scheduled.
• Comply with organizational policies and all federal and state regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications:
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain).
• Current DEA registration.
• BLS and PALS certification required.
Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with underserved or rural populations. • Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
Requirements
Qualifications: • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school. • Completion of an accredited residency program in Pediatrics. • Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics. • Unrestricted Mississippi medical license (or ability to obtain). • Current DEA registration. • BLS and PALS certification required.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits:
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Eligible for NHSC Loan Repayment and other state/federal incentive programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, life insurance), Paid vacation, sick leave, and 401 K matching up to 3%.