Locum Pediatrician (MD/DO) - Multiple Florida Locations

PediatricsContract

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Pediatrica Health Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Locum Pediatrician (MD/DO) to provide temporary physician coverage across our pediatric practices throughout Florida. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking a flexible schedule while making a meaningful impact in communities that need quality pediatric care.

As a member of our locum team, you will provide coverage for scheduled vacations, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs at various Pediatrica locations. Assignments may vary in length and location based on operational needs.

Whether you are an experienced locum physician or simply looking for a flexible practice opportunity, we welcome your application.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants, children, and adolescents
  • Diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric conditions
  • Conduct well-child visits, sick visits, physicals, and immunizations
  • Educate patients and families on preventive care, nutrition, growth, and development
  • Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure continuity of care
  • Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records
  • Deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care while adapting to different practice locations

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
  • Active Florida Medical License (required)
  • Current DEA registration
  • BLS Certification
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to travel to multiple Pediatrica locations throughout Florida
  • Spanish-speaking ability is a plus

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Flexible scheduling based on your availability
  • Opportunities to work at multiple Pediatrica locations throughout Florida
  • Professional liability insurance coverage while on assignment
  • Supportive clinical leadership and experienced office teams
  • Efficient onboarding process
  • A collaborative, patient-centered practice environment

At Pediatrica Health Group, our mission is to provide exceptional pediatric care to every child we serve. As a Locum Pediatrician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring continuity of care for our patients while enjoying the flexibility to create a schedule that works for you.

Apply today to join our growing network of pediatric physicians and help us deliver outstanding care whenever and wherever it's needed.

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Diagnosis and TreatmentPatient EducationInterpersonal Communication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Locum Pediatrician (MD/DO) - Multiple Florida Locations at Pediatrica Health Group a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics — ranked against 730 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.9 / 10 · top 10% in pediatricsranked against 730 Pediatrics listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $200k (middle half $195k–$225k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Florida73 active731 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 14% remote · 60% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida Physician listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Pediatrics hiring demand#9 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 45 days · 29% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 236 postings, 246 closed
New Pediatrics listings1,229 in the last 30 days748 the 30 days before (+64%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+5.4% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (730 Pediatrics listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Pediatrician Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 13 employers
5
<$230k
5
$230k-270k
2
$270k-310k
6
$310k-350k
1
$373k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
68%
Relocation assistance
37%
Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
26%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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UnitedHealth Group · Tampa, Florida

$249k-$373k
#2

Pediatrician - Reliant Medical Group

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$204k-$346k
#3

Physician – Pediatrician – St. Cloud, MN

$240k-$330k
#4

Pediatrician (Part-Time)

$300k-$325k
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.9
Among the best 10% of Pediatrics listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 730 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Pediatrica Health Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Coral Gables, FL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Professional liability insurance coverage while on assignment
Flexible scheduling
Opportunities to work at multiple locations

Living in Miami

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$621k
Typical market rent
$2,965/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.