Pediatrician

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Pediatrician at Dignity Health

Mercy Medical Group (MMG), a multi‑specialty group with more than 500 healthcare providers in the Sacramento region, is seeking skilled and compassionate pediatricians for our busy Pediatrics Department at our Folsom, CA clinic. As a pediatrician, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to the health and wellbeing of the community's youngest members.

Well Baby Nursery rounding is a requirement for this opportunity.

• Full‑time opportunity
• Patient‑centric, physician‑led medical home model with advanced clinical practitioners
• 24‑hour advice nurse available
• Work in a collegial and supportive environment
• Shareholder track opportunity
• Generous two‑year guarantee compensation – $254,000 – $269,000
• Amazing benefits and productivity bonus available

• Well Baby Nursery rounding
• Conduct thorough medical examinations, including growth and development assessments, to diagnose and treat various pediatric conditions
• Provide preventive care, vaccinations, and immunizations to promote overall health and prevent illnesses
• Evaluate and manage acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections in pediatric patients
• Develop personalized treatment plans and monitor patients' progress over time, adjusting interventions as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care
• Educate parents and caretakers on child health, nutrition, safety, and other relevant topics
• Conduct screenings for developmental delays, behavioral issues, and mental health concerns, and provide appropriate referrals and interventions
• Keep accurate and up‑to‑date medical records, including patient histories, examination findings, and treatment plans
• Stay informed about the latest medical advancements, evidence‑based practices, and pediatric research while maintaining ethical and professional standards and compliance with relevant healthcare regulations

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in pediatrics
• Valid and unrestricted medical license to practice in California
• Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of pediatric diseases, treatments, and best practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, parents, and healthcare team members
• Empathy and patience when working with children and their families
• Attention to detail and ability to make accurate diagnoses based on comprehensive evaluations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in pediatric medicine

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long‑standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG employs more than 500 providers across 30+ specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. Clinicians work collaboratively to meet the unique needs of each patient, providing seamless primary and specialty care at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento.

MMG is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical‑foundation model within one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems.

Sacramento is an ethnically diverse and livable city, serving as the political nucleus of California’s substantial economy. The area offers a wide variety of activities—fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, and cultural events—and is centrally located with easy access to Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Napa Valley, and historic Gold Rush towns. If you are passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

$122.19 – $129.37 per hour

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care industry

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