Nexus Health Systems Ltd·Shenandoah, Texas
The pediatrician will provide medical management and daily care for patients in inpatient rehabilitation and adolescent behavioral health programs. Responsibilities include conducting admissions, evaluations, daily rounds, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
Pediatrician – inpatient rehabilitation & adolescent behavioral health
Nexus Children's Hospital – Shenandoah, Texas
Nexus Children's Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatrician to join our growing team at our Shenandoah location. This physician will provide medical care for children and adolescents in both our inpatient rehabilitation program and our True North Program, a specialized adolescent behavioral health program.
This is a unique opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary setting caring for patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions, medically complex diagnoses, and adolescents requiring behavioral health support in a structured therapeutic environment.
Nexus Children's Hospital provides specialized pediatric inpatient rehabilitation and complex medical care for children recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological diagnoses, and other life-changing conditions. Our campus also features the True North Program, a dedicated adolescent behavioral health program focused on stabilization, healing, and long-term success for teens in need of structured mental health support.
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics. An active Texas medical license and DEA registration are required, with preference given to those with experience in inpatient, rehabilitation, or behavioral health settings.
Market context
Behavioral-health openings in Texas often favor licensed clinicians because employers need candidates who can step into patient-facing care with minimal onboarding. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, Texas license, and preferred psychiatric experience, plus CPR and CPI certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your license type and highlight any psychiatric or crisis-care experience in your application.
