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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for first steps pediatrics in the United States is $18.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is First Steps Pediatrics?

First Steps Pediatrics is a medical practice or clinic specializing in the healthcare of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians at First Steps Pediatrics provide preventive care, diagnose and treat childhood illnesses, and support families in managing their child's health and development. Their services often include routine check-ups, immunizations, developmental screenings, and guidance on nutrition and safety. The goal is to ensure children grow up healthy, both physically and emotionally, under the care of trained pediatric professionals.

What is the difference between First Steps Pediatrics vs Pediatric Nurse?

AspectFirst Steps PediatricsPediatric Nurse
Required CredentialsMedical degree, pediatric training, state licensureRegistered Nurse (RN) license, pediatric specialization often preferred
Work EnvironmentClinics, pediatric offices, outpatient settingsHospitals, clinics, outpatient care, sometimes community health
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate pediatric practices, healthcare providersHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonPatient care, pediatric services, outpatient carePatient care, nursing duties, pediatric specialization

First Steps Pediatrics typically refers to a healthcare provider or practice offering pediatric services, often led by physicians or pediatricians. Pediatric Nurses, on the other hand, are registered nurses specializing in caring for children. While both roles focus on pediatric patient care, First Steps Pediatrics involves medical diagnosis and treatment, whereas Pediatric Nurses provide nursing care and support within healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pediatrician at First Steps Pediatrics, and why are they important?

To thrive as a pediatrician at First Steps Pediatrics, you need a medical degree, board certification in pediatrics, and expertise in child health and development. Familiarity with pediatric electronic health records (EHRs), immunization tracking systems, and diagnostic tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, patience, and the ability to build trust with children and families are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate diagnoses, effective treatment, and strong provider-patient relationships essential for children's well-being.

What are the most common challenges faced by pediatricians working in a First Steps Pediatrics clinic, and how can new team members prepare for them?

Pediatricians at First Steps Pediatrics often encounter challenges such as managing a high patient volume, addressing diverse health concerns in children of various ages, and communicating effectively with both young patients and their families. New team members can prepare by familiarizing themselves with common childhood illnesses, honing their communication skills to explain medical information clearly to parents and children, and staying organized to handle a dynamic caseload. Collaboration with nurses, medical assistants, and other pediatric specialists is also essential for providing comprehensive care in this environment.
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Infographic showing various First Steps Pediatrics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,376 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Healthy Steps Specialist

Berkeley County First Steps

Charleston, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Salary: $45,000

Job Title: Healthy Steps Specialist


Location:

  • Berkeley County First Steps office in Hanahan, SC
  • MUSC Childrens Health Pediatric in Moncks Corner
  • MUSC Children's Health Pediatric in North Charleston


Position Type: Full-Time


About Us:

Berkeley County First Steps is a non-profit and community-focused organization committed to enhancing the lives of young children and families in Berkeley County. We are dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education, support services, and resources that empower families and nurture childrens growth and development.


Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Healthy Steps Specialist to join our team. Healthy Steps Specialist will provide early childhood support services to the community at MUSC University Pediatrics Clinics in accordance with Berkeley County First Steps and Healthy Steps model, standards and practices.


Responsibilities:

Developmental Health Education and Screening

  • Works closely with the pediatric team and existing home visiting programs as resource for developmental and parenting concerns
  • Provide support and education to parents in subjects related to their childs development including health, literacy, and education.
  • Conducts office visits, either jointly with the provider or alone

Preventive and Responsive Care

  • Promotes Healthy Steps within the practices to families, providers and the community
  • Participates in First Steps/Healthy Steps reflective supervision meeting
  • Conduct home visits as part of the Healthy Steps team and may accompanyfamilies to key medical, specialty, and community agency appointments asneeded.

Referrals and Community Collaborations

  • Creates and maintains community resource directory/database. Provide referrals and tracks follow-ups, as appropriate, to help families make successful connections to key resources within the community
  • Reaches out to community providers in position to share about Healthy Steps/Berkeley County First Steps and receive information to support referrals, warm handoffs, and ensure appropriate referral criteria are met
  • Convenes and participates in community-wide early childhood and/or health meeting Team-Based Care
  • Engages in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to ensure the
  • Healthy Steps model is delivered with fidelity
  • Maintains open communication with all members of the Healthy Steps and
  • Berkeley County First Steps team
  • Works closely with pediatric primary providers around care coordination, goalsetting, coaching and education about key aspects of a childs development
  • Work closely with Healthy Steps Program Director to assist in planning Healthy Steps Community Convening

Caseload Tracking, Record Keeping, and Reporting

  • Helps with the maintenance of the HS and SCFS databases withing data report required to meet Healthy Steps fidelity metrics including both internal and external referrals
  • Collaborates with Healthy Steps Implementation Team to complete required annual site reporting to the Healthy Steps National Office at ZERO TO THREE
  • Presents at local, state, and nation meetings and conference on First Steps early childhood Health Initiations
  • Participates in administrative and clinical/reflective supervision meetings


Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, counseling, early childhood education, or related field highly preferred
  • Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Experience and knowledge about early childhood growth and development, parent-child relational health, infant and early childhood mental health, and family systems
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Commitment to working with underserved populations in a community setting
  • Strong motivational interviewing skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to take initiative and a willingness to learn
  • Ability to collect and enter data for program management, evaluation, and reporting purpose


Berkeley County First Steps is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass all tasks or responsibilities that may be required. Additional duties may be assigned based on organizational needs.