Pediatrician Per Diem

Position Summary

Thank you for your interest in a career at Neighbor Health, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! As one of the largest community health centers in the country, Neighbor Health is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities. Whether you're a nurse or physician providing direct care, a manager leading dedicated teams, or part of the essential support staff who keep our operations running smoothly - every role at Neighbor Health is vital.

Together, we're advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for our patients and community!
Time Type:
Part time. Department:
Pediatrics/Walk-In. All Locations: 10 Gove Street - Taylor Building.
Neighbor Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatrician to join our Pediatric Same Day Services team on a per diem basis. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality acute and episodic care to children and adolescents in a fast-paced outpatient setting while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to serving our diverse community. Our Pediatric Same Day Services clinic supports more than 60,000 pediatric visits annually, providing timely evaluation and treatment for acute illnesses, injuries, and other urgent health concerns.

As a Per Diem Pediatrician, you will focus exclusively on same-day pediatric care, helping ensure patients have access to prompt, compassionate treatment when they need it most. Providers practice in a collaborative environment supported by physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health clinicians, care navigators, and readily available interpreters. Additional support services include onsite laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy resources, allowing for comprehensive and coordinated patient care.

• Flexible per diem scheduling
• Outpatient pediatric same-day/urgent care practice
• No patient panel responsibilities
• No primary care continuity responsibilities
• No routine call requirement
• Epic EMR and Haiku mobile platform
• AI ambient listening technology to support clinical documentation
• Privileges obtained at Boston Medical Center
• Access to an extensive specialist network through Boston Medical Center and surrounding hospitals
• Team-based care model with strong clinical and operational support

• Provide same-day pediatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for acute illnesses and injuries.
• Assess and manage common pediatric conditions in an outpatient setting.
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Prescribe medications and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers to ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists, emergency services, and other community resources when clinically indicated.
• Document patient encounters in Epic EMR utilizing available clinical technology and tools.
• Contribute to a patient-centered, culturally responsive care environment that supports children and families.

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Current MD licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• DEA certification and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (or ability to obtain).
• If trained abroad, an ECFMG certificate stating that the foreign physician has passed the examinations appropriate for medical licensure.
• The physician should have successfully completed an internship and residency program within the United States.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered pediatric care.
• Passion for serving diverse and…