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Pediatrics in Private Practice

Work-life balance reality from 38 Pediatrics physicians working in Private Practice settings.

3.8/5
Satisfaction
74%
Would Choose Again
$317k
Avg Comp
44
Avg Hours/Week

Real Experiences from Private Practice Pediatrics Physicians

“4 days per week. 7 hour days. Some additional administrative work as partner ”
Virginia5 years28 hrs/wk$450k
“It's well balance the way I practice. Basically I have a week off after a week of work.”
San Antonio, Texas40 years50 hrs/wk$459k
“I work 4 days a week, clinic is 9-430pm with an hour lunch. I round on babies and take mommy call 1 week a month but it’s usually 0-5 babies a week and I’ve only been called at home maybe 10 times this last year. Great flexibility, never miss any time with kids. I’m a partner in a new group with will continue to grow. ”
California8 years37 hrs/wk$516k
“Typical clinical hours, 7-8 hrs per day, 4 days per week ”
Virginia5 years28 hrs/wk$320k
“I do shift work and have non-clinical responsibilities, but when I’m not at work or required to be in meetings, I can work when I like and can be off the rest of the time. ”
Norfolk, Virginia9 years50 hrs/wk$345k

How Private Practice Compares to Other Settings

Practice SettingPhysiciansSatisfactionAvg HoursAvg Comp
Hospital-employed1414.1/546$331k
Academic753.9/545$297k
Private Practice383.8/544$317k
Hospital Employed113.5/547$754k
Residency43.5/570$67k

Common Questions

What's it like to be a Pediatrics physician in Private Practice?

Based on 38 responses, Pediatrics physicians in Private Practice report 3.8/5 satisfaction, working an average of 44 hours per week, earning an average of $316,709.74% would choose this path again.

How does Private Practice compare to other practice settings for Pediatrics?

Private Practice ranks among the 3 most common settings for Pediatrics. Compared to other settings, it offers average satisfaction scores.

Quick Stats

Satisfaction:3.8/5
Would Choose Again:74%
Avg Comp:$317k
Avg Hours:44

Compare Settings

Hospital-employed (141) →Academic (75) →Hospital Employed (11) →Residency (4) →

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