Developmental Pediatrician

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is seeking a board-certified / board-eligible, skilled, and compassionate Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician to join our dynamic healthcare team in Sacramento, California. The ideal candidate will specialize in diagnosing and treating children with developmental, behavioral, and emotional disorders. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the lives of children and their families within the community.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to our community patients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Opportunity Highlights :

• Full-time opportunity
• Work in a collegial and supportive environment
• Shareholder track opportunity
• Generous two-year guarantee compensation - $240,000 - 260,000 annually with sign-on bonus and relocation incentives
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, malpractice insurance, and a retirement plan.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of children with developmental and behavioral concerns, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and emotional disturbances.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide ongoing management and follow-up care for children with chronic developmental and behavioral conditions.
• Offer guidance and support to parents and caregivers regarding behavioral strategies, educational resources, and community services.
• Collaborate with schools, therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Stay current with research and best practices in developmental and behavioral pediatrics to provide evidence-based care.
• Participate in community outreach and education initiatives to promote awareness of developmental and behavioral health issues.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics; subspecialty certification in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics preferred.
• Valid medical license to practice in California.
• Strong clinical skills with experience in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families.

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.

MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento. Mercy Medical Group is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical foundation model. Dignity Health is one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, and the largest healthcare system in California, with more than 40 hospitals and 400 care centers serving communities across California, Arizona, and Nevada.

Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit(r) , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

Community Description
Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of one of the nation's most influential states, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of adult patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to join our team .