Pediatrician

PediatricsFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Penobscot Pediatrics is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatrician to join our highly respected and well-established pediatric team in Bangor, Maine.

This is an exceptional opportunity to practice comprehensive, relationship-based pediatric medicine within a nationally recognized Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to integrated, patient-centered care. Join a collaborative organization where providers are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of children and families throughout the region.

This position is planned for full-time, 40 hours per week.

About Penobscot Pediatrics

Penobscot Pediatrics is one of Maine’s leading pediatric groups and the state’s largest comprehensive pediatric practice. For more than 30 years, our team has provided high-quality pediatric care to families throughout the Greater Bangor region.

Our providers include Board-Certified Pediatricians, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Associates, and Pediatric Behavioral Health

professionals offering a broad range of services including:

  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Newborn through adolescent medicine
  • Early childhood developmental screenings
  • Immunizations and vaccinations
  • Chronic disease management
  • Behavioral and mental health integration
  • Nutrition counseling and patient education
  • Sports, school, and camp physicals
  • Pediatric dental services through PCHC Dental Center
  • Speech therapy and audiology services through the Warren Center for Speech and Hearing

Position Summary

The Pediatrician provides high-quality primary care services for infants, children, and adolescents within an integrated healthcare environment.

Responsibilities include diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, patient and family education, chronic disease management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams to support the physical, developmental, and emotional health of pediatric patients.

Providers work closely with nurses, behavioral health clinicians, social workers, therapists, specialists, and support staff to deliver coordinated, compassionate care that improves patient outcomes and family satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric care from birth through adolescence
  • Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions
  • Perform preventive health screenings, well-child visits, and developmental assessments
  • Administer and monitor immunizations in accordance with current guidelines
  • Collaborate with integrated behavioral health and specialty care teams
  • Educate patients and families regarding health, nutrition, disease prevention, and treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records documentation
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer collaboration
  • Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers
  • Support medical student and healthcare learner education opportunities
  • Participate in community outreach and organizational initiatives

Qualifications

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
  • Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Maine
  • Valid DEA certification
  • Ability to obtain hospital privileges and participate with payer credentialing
  • Current or eligible Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Commitment to patient-centered, team-based pediatric care

Why Join PCHC?

At PCHC, providers enjoy the support of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, quality care, and work-life balance.

Highlights Include

  • Integrated Patient-Centered Medical Home model
  • Beautifully renovated pediatric facility
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary care teams
  • On-site behavioral health, care management, laboratory, and support services
  • Collegial and supportive physician culture
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Student loan repayment opportunities
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunities for teaching, mentoring, research, and quality improvement initiatives

Live and Work in Bangor, Maine

Bangor offers an outstanding quality of life with easy access to Maine’s natural beauty, vibrant communities, and outdoor recreation.

Enjoy

  • Close proximity to Acadia National Park and Maine’s scenic coastline
  • Hiking, skiing, boating, fishing, and year-round outdoor activities
  • Excellent public and private schools
  • Family-friendly neighborhoods and welcoming communities
  • A thriving arts and cultural scene
  • Easy driving distance to Portland and Boston

About Penobscot Community Health Care

Penobscot Community Health Care is a nonprofit healthcare system serving communities throughout Maine with integrated primary care, specialty care, behavioral health, dental, and community services.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare while improving the health of our communities through compassion, collaboration, and innovation.

Want to Know More About PCHC?

Reach out today to one of our recruiters to ask about a position with Penobscot Pediatrics.

Email recruitment@pchc.com today!

PCHC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Patient CareSupervision

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatrician at Penobscot Community Health Care a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pediatrics — ranked against 737 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Penobscot Community Health Care holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 12 active listings.

In Maine, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$299k (78 salary observations; 233 listings), vs ~$295k nationally (14,111 salary observations; 58,139 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in pediatricsranked against 737 Pediatrics listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $255k (middle half $225k–$285k)83 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Maine vs national$299k median in Maine$295k nationally (+1%)78 state / 14,111 national salary observations
Cost of livingMaine index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Maine100 active22,614 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 74% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Penobscot Community Health Caresilver tier, 75/100Top Employers work-life index12 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (737 Pediatrics listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
89%
CME allowance
63% this job
Relocation assistance
42% this job
Sign-on bonus
26%
Loan repayment
26% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Pediatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 737 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Penobscot Community Health Care

Hospitals and Health Care
Bangor, ME
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Student Loan Repayment
Relocation Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
CME Allowance
Malpractice Coverage
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision

Living in Bangor

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Typical market rent
$1,511/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.5
State income tax
Up to 7.2%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Bangor, ME metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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