Pediatrician (Northside Houston, Texas)

PediatricsIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
  • $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
  • Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
  • Subsidized Gym Membership
  • And much more!
  • Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer!

Clinician-Specific Benefits Include

  • Paid Malpractice Insurance (Occurrence-Based)
  • CME Reimbursement + CME Time

Support for Qualified FQHC Loan Repayment Programs

  • National Health Service Corps (NHSC) – Pays up to $50,000 for every 2 years of service at an FQHC
  • Texas Physician Education Loan Repayment Program (PELRP) – Pays up to $180,000
  • Access to dedicated onboarding and provider support for a smooth and successful start
  • Location: Legacy Northside Irvington - 3517 Irvington Blvd Ste 200, Houston, TX 77009
  • Pediatrician (Northside Houston, Texas) - Job Overview
  • Schedule: 40 Hours Per Week

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents? At Legacy Community Health, we’re looking for a dedicated and board-certified Pediatrician to join our amazing team. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care and improving the health of our community.

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on empowering families and supporting healthy futures.
  • Enjoy a flexible work environment that adapts to the needs of our patients and your personal life.
  • Participate in mentorship and personal growth opportunities through dynamic teamwork and continuous learning.
  • Contribute to developing innovative clinical protocols that enhance pediatric care for our community.
  • CHCP Videos

Essential Duties & Functions

  • Perform assessments and provide treatment to clients of the clinic.
  • Keep scheduled hours for extended clinic coverage during days, evenings, and weekends.
  • Remain flexible with work hours according to the needs of clinic expansion.
  • Meet or exceed productivity requirements set forth by the Chief Medical Officer.
  • Develop and maintain clinical diagnostic and treatment protocols for pediatric treatment.
  • Remain available by phone during scheduled hours for assistance as needed.
  • Assist in the review and development of patient education materials.
  • Provide supervision of health care students assigned to the clinic for educational purposes.
  • Develop and maintain a program for clinical quality assurance.
  • Supervise non-physician providers, including Licensed Therapists, Certified Nurse Practitioners, and Certified Physician Assistants regarding pediatric treatment.
  • Attend staff meetings and committees as directed and punctually.
  • Participate in the Performance Improvement Program.
  • Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention, including FQHC-required voluntary family planning services.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Medical Doctorate with current licensure.
  • Board certified or Board eligible in Pediatrics.

Provider shall obtain, maintain and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy.

Possess an Interest in Working with Adolescents

  • Uphold the Code of Ethics of their professional licensing entity.
  • Must complete the minimum hours of continuing education to maintain professional license.
  • Must maintain good standing with professional licensing board.
  • Must demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to all populations served.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, community, and the general public.
  • Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions.
  • Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize
  • Adept in decision making responsibilities
  • Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years.

With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way.

At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact.

Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

Core Employee Expectations

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

Key Responsibilities

The Pediatrician will perform clinical assessments, provide treatments, and develop diagnostic protocols for pediatric patients. They are also responsible for supervising non-physician providers and ensuring high-quality care through performance improvement programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Medical Doctorate with current licensure and be board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics. Strong communication skills, cultural competency, and the ability to work effectively in a team-based clinical environment are required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPatient TreatmentStaff SupervisionHealth EducationTime ManagementCollaborationPatient Advocacy

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 58% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $257k (middle half $220k–$304k)78 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Texas60 active736 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 16% remote · 58% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$180k loan repaymentTexas Physician listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 6% 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 listings1,226 in the last 30 days760 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+6.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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

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

Top Pediatrician Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 14 employers
4
<$230k
5
$230k-270k
3
$270k-310k
6
$310k-350k
1
$373k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
68% this job
Relocation assistance
42%
Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
16% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Appeals M.D. – Pediatrician Required (Remote)

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
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics listings

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

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends
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About Legacy Community Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Houston, TX
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$243k
Typical market rent
$1,544/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.