Staff Pediatrician | Independent Private Practice | Washington, NC | $200K+ | No Hospital | Partn...

Staff Pediatrician

Washington Pediatrics, PA | Washington, NC | Full-Time | Independent Physician-Owned Practice

Caring for Children. Building Relationships. Becoming Part of a Community.

"I started at Washington Pediatrics in 1990, joining two other pediatricians. Through the years we have grown the practice to six providers, all committed to taking care of the neediest of families. We treat each of our families like they were our own. One of the greatest joys of practicing for 35 years is taking care of the children of my former patients. That trust and connectivity would be difficult in many areas—it is vital to our success."

— Dr. Deborah Ainsworth, MD
Owner & President, Washington Pediatrics

Become the Pediatrician You Set Out to Be

Many physicians enter pediatrics because they want to build lasting relationships, advocate for children, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of families.

At Washington Pediatrics, those opportunities still exist.

Founded in 1955, Washington Pediatrics has spent nearly seven decades caring for children throughout Eastern North Carolina. Today, we serve more than 7,200 active patients across a six-county region, providing compassionate, community-centered pediatric care to families who often have limited access to healthcare resources.

This is not a practice where you simply see patients.

This is a practice where you watch children grow from infancy through adolescence. Where parents know your name. Where relationships span generations. Where the care you provide today may impact a family for years to come.

If you're looking for a career built on purpose, relationships, and community impact rather than productivity quotas and corporate oversight, we'd love to meet you.

Why Physicians Choose Washington PediatricsPractice Medicine with Purpose

Our patient population is largely rural, underserved, and medically vulnerable. Many families face significant barriers to care, making your work both meaningful and impactful.

Every day provides an opportunity to improve the health and well-being of children who truly need a dedicated pediatric advocate.

Build Relationships That Last

One of the most rewarding aspects of practicing here is continuity.

Many patients remain with the practice from birth through adolescence, and it is not uncommon for providers to care for multiple generations within the same family.

Join a Team That Stays

Provider tenure within the practice ranges from 7 to 35 years.

People stay because they enjoy practicing medicine here.

You will join a stable, collaborative team that values mutual support, open communication, and physician input.

Enjoy True Practice Autonomy

Washington Pediatrics remains independently owned and physician led.

Without health system oversight, physicians have a greater voice in patient care, workflow decisions, and the future direction of the practice.

Grow into Ownership

Partnership opportunities are available for physicians interested in becoming long-term leaders within the practice.

For candidates seeking more than employment, Washington Pediatrics offers a pathway to ownership and legacy building.

The Impact You'll Make

As a Staff Pediatrician, you will:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care from birth through adolescence
• Build trusted relationships with patients and families
• Serve as an advocate for children throughout a largely rural and underserved region
• Collaborate with behavioral health and clinical team members to support whole-child wellness
• Help improve health outcomes across Eastern North Carolina
• Contribute to the future growth and success of an independent pediatric practice

Practice Highlights

• Independent physician-owned pediatric practice
• Established in 1955
• 7,230+ active patients
• Approximately 20 patients per day per provider
• NCQA-Recognized Patient-Centered Medical Home
• Embedded behavioral health psychologist and therapist
• Point-of-care laboratory testing
• Comprehensive vaccine program
• On-site Spanish interpreter services
• Veradigm EMR
• Modern 11,500-square-foot facility

Compensation & BenefitsCompensation

• Year 1 Base Salary: $200,000
• Year 2 Base Salary: $210,000

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Loan Repayment Support
• Housing Stipend
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Malpractice Coverage
• 401(k)
• CME Allowance: $2,500 Annually
• CME Leave
• No Non-Compete Agreement

Loan Repayment Eligibility

• HPSA-Designated Area
• NC Rural Health Program Eligible
• NC Loan Repayment Program Eligible

Schedule & CallSchedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Rotating Saturday Morning Clinic

Call

• Approximately 1 Weeknight Per Week
• Weekend Call Approximately 1 in 6 Weeks
• Saturday Clinic Approximately 1 in 5–6 Weeks
• Shared Equally Among Providers

Why Washington, North Carolina?

Washington offers something increasingly difficult to find: a strong sense of community combined with an exceptional quality of life.

Located on the Pamlico River, the area offers waterfront living, outdoor recreation, affordable housing, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere.

Whether you're seeking a place to raise a family, establish roots, or simply enjoy a slower pace of life while practicing meaningful medicine, Washington provides an opportunity to build both a rewarding career and a fulfilling personal life.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Eligible for North Carolina Medical Licensure
• Passion for community-centered pediatric care
• Comfortable in a high-autonomy, independent practice environment
• New Graduates and Experienced Physicians Welcome

More Than a Job. A Place to Build a Career.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your patients know your name, your work has lasting impact, and your future can include partnership and ownership, we encourage you to explore Washington Pediatrics.

Because some of the most meaningful moments in medicine happen when you have the opportunity to care for a child—and then one day care for that child's children.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Washington Pediatrics, PA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.