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Pediatrician - Full-Time - Cedars-Sinai Medical Group - Playa Vista
Location: Playa Vista, California
Overview
At Cedars-Sinai, physicians are empowered to make a meaningful impact through clinical excellence, innovative research and community outreach. As part of one of the nation’s leading nonprofit academic medical centers, you’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals to advance patient care and medical discovery—from cutting-edge imaging and AI-driven diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Cedars-Sinai also champions health equity, offering physicians opportunities to serve diverse communities through partnerships with schools, shelters and mental health organizations. Whether you're drawn to academic medicine, translational research or expanding access to care, Cedars-Sinai provides the platform, resources and support to help you thrive and lead in shaping the future of healthcare.
Core Values
Successful Pediatrician - Full-Time - Cedars-Sinai Medical Group - Playa Vista at Cedars-Sinai share these core values and embrace a real commitment to our community. Do you have the right mix?
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Respect
- Compassion
- Teamwork
- Innovation
Pediatrician - Full-Time - Cedars-Sinai Medical Group - Playa Vista
Job Description
Cedars-Sinai Medical Group is seeking a Full-Time BE/BC General Pediatrics Physician to join our established practice in Playa Vista, California.
If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity with one of the leading medical groups in Los Angeles, we invite you to consider joining Cedars-Sinai Medical Group (CSMG).
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a state-of-the-art, 958-bed tertiary acute care academic medical center located at the intersection of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. We are committed to excellence in compassionate patient care, research, education, and community programs that improve the lives of our patients.
Our robust academic enterprise brings together leading clinicians, researchers, and educators who are helping shape the future of medicine and redefine healthcare for generations to come.
Cedars-Sinai Health System is the largest private not-for-profit provider of healthcare on the West Coast, serving more than 9 million people throughout Los Angeles County.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center was ranked #1 in California and has been named to the U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll for 11 consecutive years (2026-27).
Our Opportunity:
The successful candidate will join an established Pediatrics practice providing comprehensive care to a diverse pediatric population, including patients with both common and complex medical conditions.
The physician will work collaboratively with families, primary and specialty care providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient- and family-centered care.
Scope of Practice
The practice includes:
- Preventive Care: Providing comprehensive well-child and well-baby examinations, administering routine immunizations, monitoring growth and development, and performing developmental and behavioral screenings.
- Health & Wellness: Counseling families on nutrition, sleep, safety, healthy development, and age-appropriate wellness and parenting guidance.
- Acute Care: Diagnosing and treating common pediatric illnesses and conditions, including ear infections, viral and respiratory illnesses, minor injuries, and other routine pediatric concerns.
- Chronic Disease Management: Providing ongoing care for pediatric patients with chronic conditions such as asthma, allergies, and other common pediatric health concerns.
- Minor Procedures: Performing appropriate office-based procedures, including treatment of minor lacerations, simple abscesses, and administration of injections.
- Care Coordination: Facilitating referrals to pediatric subspecialists when patients require specialized evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.
- Family-Centered Care: Supporting families through open communication, education, shared decision-making, and advocacy to promote the health and well-being of each child.
Newborn Care
The scope of practice includes rounding on newborns at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center's nursery. This responsibility is shared among the physicians within the group.
What We Believe In
Our practice is committed to:
- Treating patients and their families with compassion
- Providing friendly, personalized patient visits
- Maintaining open and effective communication
- Promoting health, wellness, and preventive care
- Supporting the health and well-being of our community
- Empowering patients and families through education and technology
The Group offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits for physicians and their families. A shareholdership opportunity is available after two years.
Our patients also benefit from convenient access to more than 100 primary care physicians and 500 specialty care physicians, with seamless coordination of care across the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
Qualifications
Qualifications
We are seeking a physician who brings strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient and family-centered care.
Candidates must have:
- A current California Medical License
- Completion of residency training in General Pediatrics
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in General Pediatrics
- A strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a busy, high-quality clinical practice
- Excellent bedside manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, physicians, and clinical staff
- Strong documentation skills, with an emphasis on timely and accurate charting
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity is one of Los Angeles' greatest strengths, and Cedars-Sinai is committed to celebrating our differences and similarities while fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our organization, enriches the patient experience, and helps us better serve the communities in which we live and work.
Compensation
Our compensation philosophy is designed to provide a competitive total compensation and benefits package to our physicians. The total pay range shown below reflects the wide range of factors considered when making compensation decisions, including knowledge and skills, relevant experience and training, education, certifications, licensure, and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $233,373 - $305,250 Total Cash Compensation
About Us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
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Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Culture
Mission-Driven ExcellenceCedars-Sinai is committed to improving the health of the communities it serves through high-quality patient care, innovative research and education. Faculty and physicians are empowered to lead advancements in medicine while making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.
Innovation and Research LeadershipBe part of a nationally recognized institution at the forefront of medical innovation—from AI-powered diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Faculty and physicians have access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.
Collaborative and Inclusive CultureJoin a diverse and supportive environment where interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged, and every voice matters. Cedars-Sinai fosters a culture of respect, inclusion and continuous learning.
Community Impact and EquityCedars-Sinai prioritizes health equity and community engagement, offering faculty and physicians meaningful ways to serve underserved populations through outreach programs, partnerships and advocacy.
Hear From Our People
Rewards
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Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
Cedars-Sinai provides robust health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, along with Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs and various health and wellness programs.
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Strong Retirement & Insurance Benefits
Faculty and physicians benefit from retirement offerings such as employer-matched 403B and pension options. Additional insurance supports include life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental insurance options.
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Generous Paid Time Off
Cedars-Sinai employees, including faculty and physicians, have access to vacation, holiday and sick leave. Many reviews highlight decent vacation and PTO benefits.
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Professional & Educational Development
Faculty and physicians are encouraged to grow through tuition reimbursement, continuing education and professional development programs.
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Work–Life Support & Perks
Cedars-Sinai offers various programs that support life outside of work, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare resource services, employee discounts, rideshare incentives and parking support.
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Relocation Incentives
Faculty and physicians may receive relocation assistance.
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