Medical Officer (Physician)

CHKD Health System operates Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters, Virginia’s only freestanding, full-service children’s hospital, located in Norfolk, Virginia, and its pediatric practices, multi-service health centers, and urgent cares throughout southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. Close to 4,500 clinical and non-clinical employees make up Team CHKD, all working together to provide health, healing, and hope for 425,000 local children.

As members of CHKD Health System, CHKD Medical Group (CMG) pediatricians work closely with the full range of  pediatric specialists and  surgeons found at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters. We are proud to employ more than 120 CHKD board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners in 19 primary care practices . Together, we share a commitment to quality, excellence, and child-centered care.

BECOME A CMG PEDIATRICIAN

At CMG, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance for our pediatricians, with a full range of benefits, scheduling options, and corporate support. Every CMG practice is recognized by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a patient-centered medical home, reflecting our deep commitment to providing the absolute best care to our pediatric patients.

A large, well-established team of talented pediatricians.

Access to Virginia’s only free-standing, full-service children’s hospital, Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters, a 266-bed teaching hospital affiliated with Eastern Virginia Medical School at Old Dominion University.

Opportunities for teaching and research, including collaboration with local medical schools and residency programs.

Limited weekend calls and no inpatient care required.

On-call nurse triage system is available 365 days a year.

As a CMG Pediatrician, your responsibilities include :

Providing high-quality, compassionate pediatric care in an outpatient practice setting.

Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions in children.

Building strong connections with patients and families and fostering a supportive environment is important.

Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including subspecialists, nursing staff, and on-call triage.

Ensuring patient care is aligned with best practices and medical guidelines.

Engaging in continuing medical education and professional development.

Board eligible or board certified in pediatrics (if board eligible; Must possess a valid Virginia medical license.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on patient care.

Ability to build excellent rapports with children and families.

From comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability insurance to relocation assistance and a 401(k) with profit-sharing, we are invested in you and your future. Find balance in our generous PTO and CME packages, each designed to help you recharge and continue growing in your career. CHKD Health System is headquartered in Coastal Virginia , and its 40+ facilities serve over 425,000 children from Williamsburg, Virginia, to northeast North Carolina. An area known for its excellent schools, waterfront attractions, and family-friendly activities, our region offers a wide range of outdoor recreational options, including boating, kayaking, and fishing, as well entertainment options at large concert venues, minor league sports, and multiple adventure and water parks. The region is conveniently located near Norfolk International Airport and Amtrak lines for travel enthusiasts, but a trip to Washington DC, the Shenandoah mountains, or the beaches of the Outer Banks is just a short drive away. View all CMG pediatrician openings here.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.