Overview
Come practice where others vacation.
Nestled between Aspen and Vail, Glenwood Springs offers year-round outdoor adventure, a vibrant community, and the rare opportunity to build a meaningful pediatric practice while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Valley View Hospital is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatrician to join our integrated pediatric program serving families across Western Colorado.
Position Overview
This opportunity is primarily an outpatient position, ideal for pediatricians who prefer a strong continuity clinic practice but who are interested in taking a limited amount of inpatient call to maintain nursery and hospital skills.
You will join a physician-led pediatric group committed to relationship-driven care, clinical excellence, and long-term sustainability.
This role is ideal for a pediatrician who values
- Longitudinal relationships with patients and families
- A predominantly outpatient practice model
- Limited inpatient time—up to 24, 24-hour inpatient shifts per year
- Practicing within an independent health system with strong physician leadership
Compensation and Benefits
- Total compensation range of $260,000–$385,000, based on experience and performance
- Productivity bonus aligned with outpatient clinical performance and wRVU production
- Commencement bonus and relocation support
- Comprehensive benefits package including retirement and CME support
- Leadership and program development opportunities available
Scope of Practice
- Outpatient pediatric care (newborn through adolescent)
- Preventive care and chronic disease management
- Developmental and behavioral screening
- Limited inpatient pediatric and newborn coverage responsibilities
- Collaboration with specialists and regional referral partners
Program Highlights
- Collaborative physician and APP team
- Physician-led independent health system
- Strong referral relationships and regional specialty access
- Opportunity to contribute to pediatric program innovation and growth
Why Valley View
- Independent, mission-driven health system serving as a regional healthcare hub
- Culture grounded in collaboration, quality, and physician engagement
- Leadership that values physician voice and innovation
- Opportunity to build a meaningful, community-centered practice
Life in Glenwood Springs
- World-class skiing (Aspen, Vail)
- Hiking, biking, rafting, and fly fishing
- Natural hot springs and vibrant mountain-town culture
- Excellent schools and a family-friendly community
Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
- Interest in continuity-focused outpatient pediatrics
- Comfort supporting newborn and inpatient pediatric coverage in a collaborative model
- Commitment to family-centered, relationship-based care
- Interest in rural/community healthcare delivery
We welcome all qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States, but we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION END DATE
This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
