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Pediatrician Job in Houston, Texas

Pediatrician/Family/Adolescence Medicine Physician

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:Pediatrician

Location:Houston, Texas, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a Physician to provide clinical consulting services in a school setting located in Houston, Texas.
The ideal candidate will partner with school health leadership to deliver expert medical guidance, oversight, and policy support to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality student health services.

Job Quick Facts:
• BD-1317-24
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Pediatrics, Family Medicine, or Adolescent Medicine
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Facility Type: School
• Job Type: Part-Time
• Shift Schedule: Up to 4 hours per month (flexible; virtual or onsite)
• Rate: $115-$125

Requirements:
• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license
• Board certification in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, or Adolescent Medicine
• No current disciplinary actions impacting practice
• Experience working with pediatric/adolescent populations preferred
• Knowledge of school health regulations, public health guidance, and compliance standards

Responsibilities:
• Provide clinical oversight and expert consultation on student health services across K–12 settings
• Advise school health staff on management of chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, seizures, behavioral health)
• Interpret and apply public health guidance (e.g., CDC, AAP) for school operations and communicable disease response
• Support development and review of health policies, protocols, and standing orders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance
• Provide consultation on complex student health cases and clarify scope-of-practice for school health staff
• Guide emergency preparedness and response planning (e.g., anaphylaxis, seizures, asthma events, infectious disease outbreaks)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (school nurses, administration, special education, and wellness leadership) to support decision-making
• Advise on risk management, documentation practices, and liability mitigation related to student health services
• Promote population health strategies and health equity initiatives for student communities
• Assist in communicating complex medical information to staff, students, and families
• Maintain availability for timely consultation and scheduled meetings
• Any other duties as assigned

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About Adelphi Locums

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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