A General Pediatrician diagnoses and treats illness and injuries in infants, children and young adults. Provides regular health exams, tracks children's' growth and development and gives vaccinations. Works from a private practice or within a hospital or larger healthcare facility.
09/03/2026 Job Description Job Description Sellwood Medical Clinic, an award-winning, privately owned medical clinic has grown to four locations in the Portland Metro area. We are headquartered in the Historic Home of Robert Sellwood (est. 1907) in the heart of the Sellwood neighborhood with clinics in North Portland and Beaverton. SMC has been providing exceptional compassionate care for over twenty-two years in pediatrics, adult medicine and gynecology. We promote work/life balance and seeking to add a Pediatric Practitioner to our esteemed panel of providers.
Clinic hours:
Weekdays:
7:45am - 5:30pm
Saturdays:
8:45am to 3pm. Rotating on-call with all providers.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Assesses presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performs an appropriate physical examination. Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews Orders/perform appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine a diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks. Develops and implements treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Instruct patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patient/family on health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical charts by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in a written/computerized manner. Participates in chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/emails.
Education & Licensing Requirements:
American Board of Pediatricians certification, or board eligible. Residency or fellowship in pediatrics or pediatric sub-specialty. M.D. or D.O. - would consider PNP with experience Oregon Medical License Current CPR BLS certification Minimum 2-3 years experience
Skills:
Knowledge EMR - Athena and ICD-9 Coding Excellent compassionate bedside manner Ability to express complicated information in an accessible manner for patients and caregivers. Patience and empathy. Team leadership and management skills. Complies with DEI standards and policies Skill in case management, time management, problem-solving, crisis intervention, multitasking, and other organizational matters. Ability to establish/maintain effective and friendly working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the public.
Job Types:
Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Competitive Salary 401(k) 401(k) matching Health Insurance Dental insurance Vision Insurance Paid Malpractice Paid Credential renewals Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Healtcare spending account Life insurance Paid time off Short and Long Term Disability Benefits Retirement plan Pet Insurance Relocation Bonus Standard shift: Day shift Supplemental schedule: On call rotation with all providers Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday Rotating Saturday's as needed Want to hear more about joining Sellwood Medical Clinic awarded PDX Parent's Best Pediatrician and Beaverton's Best Medical Clinic? We would love to meet you! Please submit your resume and cover letter to if you meet the outlined criteria. In your cover letter, please indicate your salary requirements.
