Community of Hope
Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
Position Summary
The Pediatrician is accountable directly to the Medical Director and the Associate Chief Medical Officer within their respective program. This is a full-time position based out of our Family Health and Birth Center in NE, DC. Responsibilities
Provides direct, team-based clinical care to patients, meeting clinical standards, within the appropriate scope of practice. Provides virtual medical care to patients, following approved guidelines and refers them for in-person visits as needed. Refers patients to specialists or care coordinators as needed. Precepts residents, medical students, nurse provider students, midwifery students, and physician assistant students during their community medicine rotations as agreed upon with supervisor. Cooperates with clinical and office policies and protocols. Is a flexible team player, and helps other providers and staff as needed. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records and keeping patient information confidential. Signs off on all laboratory results, diagnostic imaging results, and referral reports in a timely fashion; sharing this information with patients as appropriate. Documents all patient encounters, including face to face, telephone, and electronic communications, in the medical record in a timely fashion. Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor. Requirements
Medical Degree (MD/DO, Board Certified preferred) with specialization in pediatrics required. Current DC license required. Any providers who are licensed in Maryland who provide a copy of their license and MD CDS to Talent Management are also eligible for MD licensure reimbursement. Current CDS and DEA required. Current BLS certification (ACLS or BLS for the Healthcare Provider or equivalent) required. Commitment to work with underserved populations in an urban setting. Ability to work in non-profit environment. Bilingual in Spanish and/or Amharic a plus. Able to work across clinical sites if requested. Shares Saturday clinic coverage with other providers by completing at least one Saturday shift per month. Able to work evening hours as needed. Well-being and Benefits
Remote work opportunities are available for many roles, promoting a culture of work-life balance. 8-hour workdays, which include a paid lunch 11.5 paid company holidays, 1 personal floating holiday, 15 days of paid vacation (increases to 20 after 3 years of service), and 12 days of paid sick leave annually Annual performance-based raises, up to 5% of your annual pay NHSC and DCHPLRP loan repayment programs Tuition reimbursement, loan repayment for clinicians, licensing reimbursement, and continuing education funds for licensed staff Opportunities for internal promotions and transfers across the agency Ongoing internal leadership training for supervisors Diversity, equity, and inclusion training and initiatives for all staff Ongoing well-being activities and trauma-informed care initiatives Medical/Dental/Vision Plans through CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses About Us
Community of Hope is a mission-driven, innovative nonprofit providing healthcare, housing, and community support services to make Washington, DC more equitable. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we offer medical, dental, emotional wellness, and care coordination services at three DC locations. We emphasize maternal and child health, with a midwifery practice and the only free-standing birth center in DC. In 2025, we were selected as one of The Washington Post 150 Top Workplaces. We are an equal opportunity employer. To request a reasonable accommodation or for general employment questions, contact a Recruiting Coordinator. Email: hr@cohdc.org Phone: 202-407-7747. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Non-profit Organization Management
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The Pediatrician is accountable directly to the Medical Director and the Associate Chief Medical Officer within their respective program. This is a full-time position based out of our Family Health and Birth Center in NE, DC. Responsibilities
Provides direct, team-based clinical care to patients, meeting clinical standards, within the appropriate scope of practice. Provides virtual medical care to patients, following approved guidelines and refers them for in-person visits as needed. Refers patients to specialists or care coordinators as needed. Precepts residents, medical students, nurse provider students, midwifery students, and physician assistant students during their community medicine rotations as agreed upon with supervisor. Cooperates with clinical and office policies and protocols. Is a flexible team player, and helps other providers and staff as needed. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records and keeping patient information confidential. Signs off on all laboratory results, diagnostic imaging results, and referral reports in a timely fashion; sharing this information with patients as appropriate. Documents all patient encounters, including face to face, telephone, and electronic communications, in the medical record in a timely fashion. Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor. Requirements
Medical Degree (MD/DO, Board Certified preferred) with specialization in pediatrics required. Current DC license required. Any providers who are licensed in Maryland who provide a copy of their license and MD CDS to Talent Management are also eligible for MD licensure reimbursement. Current CDS and DEA required. Current BLS certification (ACLS or BLS for the Healthcare Provider or equivalent) required. Commitment to work with underserved populations in an urban setting. Ability to work in non-profit environment. Bilingual in Spanish and/or Amharic a plus. Able to work across clinical sites if requested. Shares Saturday clinic coverage with other providers by completing at least one Saturday shift per month. Able to work evening hours as needed. Well-being and Benefits
Remote work opportunities are available for many roles, promoting a culture of work-life balance. 8-hour workdays, which include a paid lunch 11.5 paid company holidays, 1 personal floating holiday, 15 days of paid vacation (increases to 20 after 3 years of service), and 12 days of paid sick leave annually Annual performance-based raises, up to 5% of your annual pay NHSC and DCHPLRP loan repayment programs Tuition reimbursement, loan repayment for clinicians, licensing reimbursement, and continuing education funds for licensed staff Opportunities for internal promotions and transfers across the agency Ongoing internal leadership training for supervisors Diversity, equity, and inclusion training and initiatives for all staff Ongoing well-being activities and trauma-informed care initiatives Medical/Dental/Vision Plans through CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses About Us
Community of Hope is a mission-driven, innovative nonprofit providing healthcare, housing, and community support services to make Washington, DC more equitable. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we offer medical, dental, emotional wellness, and care coordination services at three DC locations. We emphasize maternal and child health, with a midwifery practice and the only free-standing birth center in DC. In 2025, we were selected as one of The Washington Post 150 Top Workplaces. We are an equal opportunity employer. To request a reasonable accommodation or for general employment questions, contact a Recruiting Coordinator. Email: hr@cohdc.org Phone: 202-407-7747. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Non-profit Organization Management
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