Pediatric Medical Director

Pardee Blue MD is seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Director of Pediatric Services to lead our pediatric department and provide exceptional care to our young patients and their families. This leadership position requires a visionary with a deep commitment to enhancing pediatric care delivery and fostering a collaborative environment among healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background in pediatrics, with demonstrated expertise in managing and developing pediatric healthcare programs. As Medical Director, you will play a crucial role in establishing best practices, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards, and shaping pediatric services to meet the evolving needs of our community. Your leadership will directly impact the health and well-being of children in our area, as you engage with multidisciplinary teams and drive initiatives to improve patient outcomes.

 This opportunity allows you to influence the quality of care and mentor the next generation of pediatric professionals. If you are passionate about pediatric healthcare and have the vision to enhance our services, we invite you to apply and join us in making a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all pediatric medical services, ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Develop and implement pediatric programs and services that meet community needs.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to establish evidence-based guidelines and protocols.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive quality improvement initiatives within pediatric services.
• Engage in strategic planning and resource allocation for the pediatric department.
• Foster a culture of mentorship and professional development among pediatric healthcare providers.
• Act as a liaison between pediatric services and other hospital departments to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Manage pediatric patients in the outpatient setting as.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics is required.
• Strong understanding of pediatric care standards and regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement clinical programs and initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with staff, patients, and families.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor and improve clinical outcomes.

Competitive Package:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Professional liability insurance provided
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401K)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• CME/dues allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Providers can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Temporary Expanded PSLF (TPSLF) program

Where you work is as important as where you play. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Western North Carolina is not only a beautiful place, but a dynamic region filled with natural resources, a variety of cultural and educational opportunities, and some of the highest quality health care in the country. Physicians and medical professionals have settled here, drawn by the exceptional beauty and quality of life in Hendersonville.

Hendersonville is unique in having the feel of small town America, yet is geographically situated within convenient driving distance of the urban areas of Asheville, NC, Greenville, SC, and only a few hours from Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC. Nature is always close by with nearly twenty national, state, county and city parks, recreational areas and forests, many within of just outside the city limits of Hendersonville. Henderson County is ideally located for exploring festivals, recreational activities, historical sites, golf courses, family activities, and a variety of restaurants  with high quality public schools and private schools. 

UNC Health Pardee is a not-for-profit health care system that was founded in 1953 and is managed by UNC Health Care. It is the first hospital in the Carolinas to be accredited with the International Organization for Standardization for quality health care standards.

We are a licensed for 222 acute care beds and are the second-largest employer in Henderson County. We have several locations separate from our main campus, including a comprehensive physician practice network, multiple urgent care locations and five orthopedic clinics.