Pediatrician Per Diem

NeighborHealth•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NeighborHealth is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatrician to join our Pediatric Same Day Services team on a per diem basis. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality acute and episodic care to children and adolescents in a fast-paced outpatient setting while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to serving our diverse community. Our Pediatric Same Day Services clinic supports more than 60,000 pediatric visits annually, providing timely evaluation and treatment for acute illnesses, injuries, and other urgent health concerns. As a Per Diem Pediatrician, you will focus exclusively on same-day pediatric care, helping ensure patients have access to prompt, compassionate treatment when they need it most. Providers practice in a collaborative environment supported by physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health clinicians, care navigators, and readily available interpreters. Additional support services include onsite laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy resources, allowing for comprehensive and coordinated patient care.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
Current MD licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
DEA certification and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (or ability to obtain)
If trained abroad, an ECFMG certificate stating that the foreign physician has passed the examinations appropriate for medical licensure.
The physician should have successfully completed an internship and residency program within the United States.
Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered pediatric care
Passion for serving diverse and underserved communities
Working knowledge of electronic medical record systems; Epic experience preferred
Ability to use clinical and operational data to evaluate outcomes and improve quality
Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and teaching skills
Ability to thrive in a team-based care environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an ambulatory pediatric or community health setting preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred, though not required

Responsibilities

Provide same-day pediatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for acute illnesses and injuries.
Assess and manage common pediatric conditions in an outpatient setting.
Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing.
Prescribe medications and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
Collaborate closely with primary care providers to ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
Coordinate referrals to specialists, emergency services, and other community resources when clinically indicated.
Document patient encounters in Epic EMR utilizing available clinical technology and tools.
Contribute to a patient-centered, culturally responsive care environment that supports children and families.

Benefits

Flexible per diem scheduling
Outpatient pediatric same-day/urgent care practice
No patient panel responsibilities
No primary care continuity responsibilities
No routine call requirement
Epic EMR and Haiku mobile platform
AI ambient listening technology to support clinical documentation
Privileges obtained at Boston Medical Center
Access to an extensive specialist network through Boston Medical Center and surrounding hospitals
Team-based care model with strong clinical and operational support