Physician - Pediatrics
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join PEOPLE'S HEALTH CENTERS as a Pediatrician – Community Health in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough medical examinations and assessments of pediatric patients to diagnose illnesses and injuries.
- Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of each child, including prescribing medications and therapies.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary, providing ongoing care and support to patients and their families.
- Educate families on health maintenance, disease prevention, nutrition, and developmental milestones.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited pediatric residency program.
- Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
- Valid and unrestricted medical license to practice in Missouri.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with PEOPLE'S HEALTH CENTERS in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Pediatrics at PEOPLE'S HEALTH CENTERS a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Pediatrics physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
This Pediatrics position at PEOPLE'S HEALTH CENTERS is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Missouri.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Pediatric medicine, Patient assessment, Treatment planning, Preventive health, Clinical decision-making, Communication, Collaboration, Electronic health records. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.
Core responsibilities: The physician will conduct thorough medical examinations, diagnose pediatric conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans for infants, children, and adolescents. They will also educate families on health maintenance and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-q...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Pediatrics physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
4d ago
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