Pediatrician (MD, DO)
Company: Affinia Healthcare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: Perform the
duties required to direct the clinical evaluation and management of
the physical, mental and social aspects of patient care. The
physician provides leadership to the healthcare team as well as
implements Affinia Healthcare policies and projects as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduate of an
accredited school of medicine (MD/DO). Licensed as a Physician in
the State of Missouri. Board certified or Board eligible in
Pediatrics. Experience: Complete pediatric residency. Preference
given to experience in an urban, community health setting. Skills
and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of
those commonly associated with this position: Requires strong
verbal communication skills. Ability, skills, and knowledge to
recognize, and treat patients of that specific specialty. Has the
Leadership ability to coordinate a Specific Project or Service.
Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver's license
and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of
Missouri. License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Maintain Medical
license necessary for practice including Missouri State physician.
Maintain Pediatric Board Certification Missouri BNDD and Federal
DEA CPR/BLS Certification FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB Essential Functions
Conducts Pediatric clinic sessions with an evidence based, trauma
informed, and equity framework. Works within a health care team
including nurses, behavioral health, dental, physical function,
etc. to provide high quality care for all patients. Interviews and
examines patients to support and diagnose problems and enhance
well-being. Treats illnesses within clinical limits. Consults with
specialized consultant physicians regarding patients as needed.
Refers patients as required to other health centers or hospitals
for future testing and/or treatment. Prescribes medicine as
appropriate. Attends training and provides Parenting/Infant Group
care as required. Cooperates in preparing claims for third party
insurance billing. Provides medical supervision to medical
staff/students/residents as agreed. Provides collaboration with
Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants as assigned. Works
with health center team to provide high quality health care to all
patients. Contributes ideas for improvement of health center
operations. Participates in record review and Quality Improvement
initiatives. Participates in staff meetings, department meetings,
and staff committees. Serves as "on call' physician as scheduled in
rotation with other providers. Participates in community health
education and prevention efforts. Records findings in patient's
medical records according to clinical guidelines and established
procedures. Maintains productivity and quality standards
established by federal guidelines and Center's Productivity
Committee. Adheres to clinical best practices of the health center.
Performs other duties as assigned. Marginal Functions: Attends
Clinician and Agency meetings as required. Represents Affinia
Healthcare in the community and via partnerships as needed. Attends
CME sessions and completed Affinia Healthcare mandatory education
required. NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT NOTE:
ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE
REFERENCES AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A
NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS
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