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Denver Health is currently recruiting for a full-time Pediatrician for our Wellington E. Webb Center for Primary Care located in Denver, CO.  The successful physician will be joining a team of physicians and advanced care providers at, as well as a seasoned allied health and administrative staff.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for working in a public Federally Qualified Health Center setting, delivering care for a diverse patient population, and work well in an environment with a team-based approach to care. 

The Pediatric and Family Medicine Divisions at Denver Health are part of a fully integrated network of 10 community health centers, 19 school-based clinics, and a Level I 525-licensed bed hospital with a mission of providing access to quality preventive, acute, and chronic health care for all citizens of Denver, regardless of ability to pay. Denver Health is affiliated with the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and serves as a training site for Pediatric residents and many other residents and trainees. 

Physicians interested in practicing, teaching and leading a pediatric team in a dynamic, state-of-the-art health care delivery system are encouraged to apply.  Responsibilities will include clinical pediatrics duties as required. Denver Health’s pediatricians provide primary medical care for infants, children, and adolescents modelling the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Bright Futures guidelines. Provision of direct well and acute care, management of chronic disease, and help with navigating childhood and adolescence are key components of the work.

Applicants should apply online or can submit CV/cover letter to:

Mary Armijo, Physician Recruitment

Denver Health

[email protected]

Essential Functions:

• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children. (50%)
• Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns. (10%)
• Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis. (5%)
• Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention. (5%)
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians. (5%)
• Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results. (5%)
• Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary. (5%)
• Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary. (5%)
• Teach residents or medical students about pediatric topics. (5%)
• Provide consulting services to other physicians. (5%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school Required

Work Experience:

Licenses:

• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Ambient AI digital scribe with Epic integration for all ambulatory providers!

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.