Primary Care Pediatrician

About the Role

Competitive salary. Sign-on & relocation bonus. Full benefits. 40 hrs/week. Outpatient pediatrics. Great work-life balance. Make a real impact. Join a caring team.

Work-Life Balance Factors

Work-life balance emphasized

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive well-child care, including physical exams, immunizations, and developmental screenings.
• Diagnose and manage acute illnesses (e. g., infections, injuries, minor emergencies).
• Manage chronic conditions (e. g., asthma, obesity, allergies).
• Evaluate and refer patients to specialists or ancillary services as needed.
• Provide age-appropriate anticipatory guidance to caregivers during each stage of child development.
• Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, care coordinators, and other professionals to ensure integrated care.

Requirements

• Post-residency experience with 3+ years preferred in a primary care setting.
• Degree from an Accredited Doctor of Medicine (M. D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D. O.) program along completion of residency program(s).
• If you experience difficulty applying or need assistance please contact HR@southwestcare. org.
• Degree from an Accredited Doctor of Medicine (M. D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D. O.) program along completion of residency program(s)
• Valid, unencumbered license to Practice Medicine in the State of New Mexico, Board Certified in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine
• DEA registration

Benefits & Compensation

• 2. Do you believe everyone is entitled to quality healthcare?
• Offer preventive health education to children and families, including nutrition, safety, and growth milestones.
• Document patient visits clearly and accurately using the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Address behavioral, emotional, and developmental concerns, collaborating with mental health providers when appropriate.
• Coordinate with schools, therapists, public health programs, and community resources as appropriate.
• Stay up to date with continuing medical education (CME) and professional licensure.

Work Schedule

• May participate in on-call rotation (if applicable—usually minimal or phone-only in outpatient settings).
• Great work/life balance with generous time off plans.
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Great work/life balance with generous time off plans
• May participate in on-call rotation (if applicable—usually minimal or phone-only in outpatient settings)