Description

General Information

Location

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

3325 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Care Delivery Brand

Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health Levine Children's Brenner's Children's as a Developmental Behavioral Physician in Winston Salem, North Carolina-part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.

At Advocate Health, we're committed to being a Best Place to Care-where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You'll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up-this is where it starts.

Our team of developmental-behavioral pediatricians understand that children's development and behavior happen first and foremost in the context of the family. We seek to understand a family's view of the problem and the effect of the child's problem on the family. Our team advocates for our patients with developmental and behavioral problems by working closely with schools, preschools, and other agencies involved with developmental care and education.

Highlights

The Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Section at Wake Forest delivers comprehensive, family-centered care supported by multidisciplinary expertise, innovative practices, and a commitment to education and research:

• Multidisciplinary Team: Work alongside experts in pediatrics, psychology, and therapy for truly holistic care.
• Innovative Care: Deliver evidence-based, individualized treatment plans using the latest research and techniques.
• Family-Focused Approach: Empower families with education, resources, and support to make a lasting impact.
• Teaching Excellence: Train and mentor future leaders in developmental and behavioral health.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access cutting-edge resources at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.
• Research Opportunities: Contribute to groundbreaking studies that shape global practices in the field.

Additional Highlights:

• EPIC EMR
• Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
• Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
• Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients

Training and/or Experience Required

• NC Medical License
• Applicants should be board certified or eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Candidates must have completed pediatric residency and have either completed or in the process of successfully completing fellowship training in DBP.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, colleagues, and staff are required. Necessary clinical skills include evidenced-based assessment of children with and at risk for developmental disabilities and ongoing care, including medication management.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
• Educational assistance and professional development programs
• Paid medical liability insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
• Relocation assistance

About Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Winston-Salem beautifully blends rich history with modern innovation, offering residents a vibrant and welcoming community. Known for its picturesque neighborhoods like West End and West Salem, the city features charming historic homes and tree-lined streets that reflect its deep Moravian roots and architectural diversity, from Colonial Revival to Craftsman styles. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with galleries, theaters, music venues, and festivals that bring the community together year-round. Walkable neighborhoods make it easy to explore local shops, parks, and restaurants, supporting an active and healthy lifestyle. Winston-Salem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living below the national average and affordable housing options. It's home to excellent educational institutions such as Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, and Salem College, recognized among the South's best college towns. With over 3,500 acres of parks, 25 miles of greenways, and easy access to both mountains and beaches, Winston-Salem offers abundant outdoor recreation. Above all, residents take pride in their genuine southern hospitality, making it easy to feel at home and build connections in this dynamic and evolving city.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you're joining a team that's committed to being a Best Place to Care-where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose-from discovery to everyday moments, we're redefining care - for you, for us, for all-and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you'll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact-for all.