Pediatrician / Medical Director

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc.•Anderson, IN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day. At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status. Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters. Position Summary The Pediatrician with Medical Director Responsibilities provides comprehensive outpatient pediatric care while serving as the clinical leader for the clinic(s) medical services. Approximately 90–95% of the role is dedicated to direct patient care, with 3 hours per week allocated to clinical leadership, quality oversight, provider support, and pediatric program development. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a large, integrated Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving an underserved population while helping shape the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based pediatric care across the organization.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of employment.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP); Board Certification preferred.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and authority to prescribe controlled substances, as applicable.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
Demonstrated qualifications and experience sufficient to fulfill Medical Director responsibilities in accordance with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive revenue cycle experience, with at least 5 years in a director-level or senior leadership role within a healthcare system.
Proven experience managing RCM in a high-volume setting.
Candidates must demonstrate deep knowledge of the FQHC Prospective Payment System (PPS) reimbursement, Sliding Fee Discount Program rules, and HRSA guidelines.
Direct experience overseeing billing/coding for behavioral health (specifically including ASAM/SUD treatment) alongside traditional medical, dental, and optometry services.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required.
FQHC/Ambulatory Care Expertise: Highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric care for infants, children, and adolescents.
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
Perform preventive care services, including well-child examinations, immunizations, and developmental screenings.
Coordinate care with specialists, behavioral health providers, schools, and community resources as appropriate.
Ensure continuity of care through coordination with JPCHC's multidisciplinary care teams.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record.
Participate in an equitable after-hours call rotation.
Serve as the physician leader for all clinical services.
Provide clinical guidance and consultation to the providers and care teams.
Support onboarding, mentoring, and clinical development of providers and staff.
Promote adherence to evidence-based guidelines, clinical workflows, and organizational policies in alignment with the recommendations from the clinical councils and the Chief Medical Officer.
Partner with nursing, quality, and operational leaders to improve care delivery and patient outcomes.
Participate in the development and review of clinical policies, protocols, and workflows.
Review the clinic(s) quality metrics and support initiatives to improve outcomes.
Participate in peer review, chart review, and quality assurance activities as assigned.
Support achievement of HRSA, UDS, payer, and organizational quality goals related to pediatric populations.
Assist with patient safety initiatives, risk management activities, and corrective action planning when needed.
Serve as a resource for clinical questions and best practices related to patient care.
Foster collaboration among providers, behavioral health, dental, nursing, and support services.
Participate in outreach, community health initiatives, and advocacy efforts that advance child health.
Represent the clinic(s) in organizational committees or meetings as assigned.
Support JPCHC's mission of providing accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care to underserved communities.