The Diagnostic Center, Central in Fresno, California is seeking a full-time pediatrician. Located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley and just a short drive to the mountains and coast, our Center is one of three regional assessment centers operated by the State Special Schools and Services Division of the California Department of Education. We provide a unique model of educational assessment, training and technical assistance to Local Educational Agencies and families in Central California.

The Team Pediatrician serves on educationally-based transdisciplinary assessment teams and provides medical assessment services, diagnostic information and recommendations to school district staff and parents. Students, ages 3-21 years, present with a broad range of disabilities. Transdisciplinary teams include education specialists, language-speech pathologists, clinical psychologists, neuropsychologist, psychiatrist, audiologist and bilingual interpreter.

Responsibilities include: review medical records; interview parents; conduct physicals and neurodevelopmental screenings; interpret medical information; write reports with recommendations, and present findings at conferences. Training and staff development on medical topics relevant to educational, behavioral and developmental issues may also be required.

Candidates are encouraged to explore our website for a more detailed description of Diagnostic Center services. Send letters of interest and resume to Melanie Johnson, Director, Diagnostic Center, Central California, 1818 W. Ashlan Avenue, Fresno, CA 93705 or mjohnson@dcc-cde.ca.gov.

This is a Civil Service position with the State of California with full benefits and continuing education fiscal support. Salary: $7,839 to $14,052 per month dependent upon experience and training. Position will remain open until filled.