Physician - Pediatrics

PediatricsNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

About US

Join Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families throughout our community. As a mission-driven healthcare organization, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to those who need it most.

We offer rewarding healthcare careers, competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative culture. If you are seeking a career that provides purpose and opportunity, Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers is the place to grow, make a difference, and build a rewarding future.

Employee Perks

  • Affordable Medical & Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Healthcare/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental & Vision
  • PTO & Sick Time Accrual
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401K Employer Match up to 4%
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Employer Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Legal Plan/ Plus Parent Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Discount Programs for Travel, Entertainment, Childcare, Auto & More

About the Role

As a Physician specializing in Pediatrics, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.

You will diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, while also focusing on preventive health care and education for patients and their families. This role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care effectively.

You will play a critical role in monitoring growth and development milestones, administering vaccinations, and managing complex pediatric conditions. Ultimately, your work will contribute to improving the overall health outcomes and quality of life for pediatric patients within the community.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
  • Completion of a pediatric residency program.
  • Valid medical license to practice pediatrics in the relevant jurisdiction.
  • Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
  • Demonstrated experience in clinical pediatric care.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Fellowship training or subspecialty certification in areas such as pediatric cardiology, neonatology, or pediatric endocrinology.
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary healthcare teams or hospital settings.
  • Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Advanced training in pediatric emergency care or critical care.
  • Participation in pediatric research or quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough medical examinations and assessments of pediatric patients to diagnose illnesses and injuries.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each child, including prescribing medications and therapies.
  • Provide guidance and education to families on child health, nutrition, safety, and preventive care practices.
  • Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatments as necessary.
  • Respond promptly to pediatric emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
  • Participate in continuous professional development and stay current with advances in pediatric medicine.

Skills

The required skills enable the physician to accurately assess and diagnose pediatric patients, communicate effectively with children and their families, and develop appropriate treatment plans. Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills are essential for managing both routine and complex cases.

Preferred skills such as proficiency with electronic health records enhance efficiency in documentation and care coordination. Collaboration and interpersonal skills facilitate teamwork with other healthcare providers to deliver holistic care.

Continuous learning and adaptability ensure the physician remains current with evolving pediatric medical standards and best practices.

Monday thru Friday8:00 AM thru Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Requirements

Candidates must hold a medical degree (MD or DO) and have completed a pediatric residency program. A valid medical license and board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics are required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentDiagnosisTreatment planningPatient educationMultidisciplinary collaborationVaccination administrationEmergency interventionMedical documentationCommunication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Pediatrics at Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics — ranked against 742 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in pediatricsranked against 742 Pediatrics listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $257k (middle half $223k–$300k)87 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMissouri index 90.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Missouri372 active22,650 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 12% remote · 60% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMissouri Physician listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $30k) · 19% offer loan repayment372 active listings, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+2.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (742 Pediatrics listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Pediatrician Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 19 employers
6
<$240k
4
$240k-275k
3
$275k-310k
6
$310k-345k
1
$346k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
68%
Relocation assistance
36%
Loan repayment
23%
Sign-on bonus
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$204k-$346k
#2

Physician- Outpatient Pediatrician

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$285k-$332k
#3

Physician – Pediatrician – St. Cloud, MN

$240k-$330k
#4

Pediatrician

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Pediatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 742 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Benefits & Perks

Affordable Medical & Prescription Drug Benefits
Healthcare/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental & Vision
PTO & Sick Time Accrual
10 Paid Holidays
401K Employer Match up to 4%
Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Living in St. Louis

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$255k
Typical market rent
$1,292/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.1
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · St. Louis, MO-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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