Physician Assistant I Splty - CVICU - Main Campus

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital; Tendring; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Paid PTO

403(b) Plan

Free Parking

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is seeking a physician assistant (PA) or pediatric acute care nurse practitioner (PNP-AC) to care for pediatric cardiac patients in the CVICU. You will collaborate with Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery, and other specialties to develop and implement evidence-based care plans.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, clinical rounds, and ongoing professional development in a high-acuity environment within the Heart Institute.

Qualifications

• PNP-AC or PA certification and licensure in Florida.
• Master's degree in Nursing (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant Studies (PA) from an accredited program.
• Prior experience in pediatrics, cardiology, and/or critical care fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric cardiac patients in the CVICU.
• Conduct comprehensive physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
• Recommend pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, monitor patient responses, and respond appropriately.
• Provide family-centered care by communicating with patients' families and involving them in decisions.
• Collaborate with Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in rounds, simulations, and educational activities to improve practice.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (PNP-AC)

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies (PA)

Job description

One organization. Countless opportunities!
At Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, we provide expert pediatric care for infants, children and teens with some of the most challenging medical problems. We are committed to providing family-centered care. Taking part in pediatric medical education and clinical research helps us to provide high quality care in more than 50 pediatric specialties and subspecialties.

We are seeking a physician assistant (PA) or pediatric acute care nurse practitioner (PNP-AC) committed to caring for pediatric patients with complex cardiac diagnoses. The critical care team in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) cares for neonates, infants, children, and young adults with congenital and acquired heart disease who need intensive medical and surgical management. APPs are an invaluable part of the team in this high-acuity and fast-paced environment in the Heart Institute at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Passion for learning, critical thinking, and caring for cardiac patients and their families are highly encouraged for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric cardiac patients in the CVICU.
• Conduct comprehensive physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
• Recommend pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, monitor patient responses, and respond appropriately.
• Provide family-centered care by communicating with patients' families, addressing their concerns, and involving them in the decision-making process.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery, and many other specialties.
• Participate in medical rounds, simulations, and educational activities to enhance team knowledge and clinical practice.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research projects to advance pediatric cardiac critical care practices.

Qualifications

• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant (PA) certification and licensure in the state of Florida.
• Master\'s degree in Nursing (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant Studies (PA) from an accredited program.
• Prior experience in pediatrics, cardiology, and/or critical care fields are preferred but not required.
• Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Dedication to providing compassionate and family-centered care to pediatric cardiac patients.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

What Awaits You?

• Diverse and collaborative environment
• Career Growth and development
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 403(b) Savings plan with matching
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Child Tuition
• Relocation
• Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum 53.58/hour - Maximum 83.05/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.