Florida Alternative Licensure Pathway for Eligible International Physicians
Jacksonville, Florida | Full-Time | Primarily On-Site with Telehealth Opportunities
Build Your Pediatric Career in Florida
Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is seeking outstanding internationally trained pediatricians who may qualify for Florida's alternative physician licensure pathway for eligible international physicians.
If you have completed pediatric specialty training outside the United States, have successfully completed the required USMLE examinations and ECFMG certification requirements, and are passionate about caring for children, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.
Our team will work with qualified candidates throughout the licensing, credentialing, onboarding, and transition process. Final licensure decisions are made solely by the Florida Board of Medicine.
About Angel Kids
Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is one of Northeast Florida's largest independent pediatric organizations, caring for nearly 50,000 children through 10 locations across Duval, St. Johns, and Nassau Counties.
Our physician-led team includes:
- 10 Advanced Practice Providers
- Pediatric Behavioral Health Specialists
- Social Workers
- Family Navigators
We proudly provide integrated pediatric primary care, behavioral health, developmental services, and population health programs to one of Florida's most culturally diverse pediatric populations.
National Recognition
Angel Kids is proud to be:
- NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home
- NCQA Behavioral Health Distinction
- Nationally recognized by CMS for innovation and healthcare transformation
- A leader in pediatric value-based care and population health
- A practice consistently achieving outstanding HEDIS and quality outcomes
Our physicians and staff represent nine countries and speak more than twelve languages , reflecting the diversity of the families we serve.
The Opportunity
As an Angel Kids Pediatrician you will provide comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents while working in an integrated medical home that combines primary care with behavioral health, developmental services, and care coordination.
You will collaborate daily with pediatricians, psychologists, behavioral health clinicians, social workers, and care coordinators to deliver truly comprehensive pediatric care.
This position is ideal for physicians who value:
- Comprehensive pediatric medicine
- Team-based care
- Integrated behavioral health
- Evidence-based practice
- Health equity
- Long-term patient relationships
- Value-based care
Florida has established an alternative licensure pathway for certain internationally trained physicians who meet statutory requirements.
Qualified applicants generally should have:
- Medical degree from a recognized international medical school
- Completed pediatric residency or equivalent specialty training outside the United States
- Active medical license in another country
- Recent independent clinical practice
- Active ECFMG certificationSuccessful completion of the required USMLE examinations
- Eligibility for Florida medical licensure
Applicants must independently satisfy all Florida Board of Medicine licensing requirements. Angel Kids cannot guarantee licensure but will assist qualified candidates throughout the application process.
Qualifications
Required:
- MD, MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent medical degree
- Pediatric specialty training completed outside the United States
- Active unrestricted medical license
- Current ECFMG certification
- Required USMLE examinations completed
- Commitment to compassionate pediatric care
Preferred:
- Experience in primary care pediatrics
- Autism or ADHD experience
- Behavioral health integration
- Value-based care
- Fluency in additional languages
Why Join Angel Kids?
Meaningful Work
Care for one of Florida's most diverse pediatric populations while helping improve children's health and well-being.
Integrated Care
Practice in a nationally recognized pediatric medical home that combines pediatrics, behavioral health, developmental services, autism care, ADHD management, and care coordination.
Collaborative Environment
Join an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to supporting physician success.
- Performance incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice coverage
- Paid time off
- Loan repayment opportunities (when applicable)
- Potential relocation assistance
Balanced Lifestyle
- Shared call schedule
Selected candidates may receive assistance with:
- Credential verification
- ECFMG coordination
- Clinical onboarding
- Electronic Health Record training
- Transition into U.S. pediatric practice
Depending on individual circumstances, Angel Kids may also evaluate potential employer-supported immigration options. Immigration decisions are made independently under applicable U.S. laws and may require consultation with qualified immigration counsel.
Angel Kids is committed to advancing the future of pediatric healthcare through quality improvement, value-based care, artificial intelligence, and physician workforce innovation.
Qualified physicians joining our organization will have opportunities to participate in innovative clinical initiatives designed to improve access, quality, and outcomes for children.
Why Jacksonville?
Jacksonville offers an outstanding quality of life with:
- Beautiful Atlantic beaches
- Family-friendly communities
- Outdoor recreation year-round
- Professional sports and cultural attractions
- Affordable cost of living compared with many major coastal cities
Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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