Part-Time Pediatrician
Listed compensation
$166.4K–$187.2K
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
Advocare, LLC is a physician-owned partnership of leading pediatricians, family practitioners, and specialists serving communities across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatrician for a part-time role to join our growing healthcare team. As a Physician at Advocare, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional patient care within a supportive, forward-thinking clinical environment.
Physician Responsibilities
- Perform physical examinations and diagnose/treat illnesses, injuries, and other health conditions
- Track and assess patient growth and monitor physical, emotional, and social development
- Order and interpret diagnostic imaging and laboratory results
- Utilize the EMR system efficiently to review, collect, and document patient information
- Conduct well visits, administer routine vaccinations, and provide age-appropriate guidance
- Educate patients and families on preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices
- Collaborate with fellow healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with compliance standards
Physician Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Valid and unrestricted medical license, CDS and DEA in NJ
- Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics if new graduate
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team-oriented, patient-focused setting
- Commitment to high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care
What We Provide
- Competitive hourly pay
- Work-life balance with a manageable patient load
- Access to a network of experienced providers and specialists career growth and development
Part-time Benefits
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- MetLife Auto/Vehicle & Home Insurance Discounts
Key Responsibilities
The Pediatrician will perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat illnesses, and monitor patient growth and development. They are also responsible for administering vaccinations, educating families on preventive care, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a medical degree (MD or DO) and possess a valid, unrestricted medical license, CDS, and DEA in New Jersey. Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics is required, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Part-Time Pediatrician at Advocare a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics — ranked against 736 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Advocare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 20 active listings.
Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 65% have no call, 38% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 14.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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