Pediatrician - Inpatient Rehabilitation & Adolescent Behavioral

Nexus Health Systems Ltd•Shenandoah, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Children's Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatrician to join our growing team at our Shenandoah location. This physician will provide medical care for children and adolescents in both our inpatient rehabilitation program and our True North Program, a specialized adolescent behavioral health program. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary setting caring for patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions, medically complex diagnoses, and adolescents requiring behavioral health support in a structured therapeutic environment.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Pediatrics
Active Texas medical license (or ability to obtain)
DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
Strong clinical judgment and compassionate bedside manner

Nice To Haves

Experience with medically complex pediatric patients preferred
Inpatient, rehabilitation, hospitalist, or behavioral health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide medical management and daily pediatric care for inpatient rehabilitation and behavioral health patients
Conduct admissions, evaluations, daily rounds, and discharge planning
Collaborate with rehabilitation physicians, psychiatrists, nursing staff, therapists, case management, and clinical leadership
Monitor acute and chronic medical needs, medications, nutrition, and overall patient wellness
Support adolescents in the True North Program through coordinated medical oversight in partnership with behavioral health teams
Respond to changes in patient condition and ensure continuity of care
Communicate with families regarding treatment plans, progress, and discharge readiness
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and care conferences
Support patient safety, quality improvement, and best clinical practices