Academic Pediatrics School-Based APP – Fairborn, OH

Dayton Children's; Five Points (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children’s is expanding its School-Based Health program in Fairborn, Ohio, and we are looking for a passionate APP to join our growing team. This role provides pediatric primary and preventive care directly within the school setting, serving birth through 21 years old.

The position is 0.8 FTE on the academic calendar with a predictable daytime schedule and potential summer opportunities. Join a growing, collaborative team and help shape school-based healthcare in our community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and NP licensure in Ohio.
• Master’s degree for NP and PA level credentials as applicable.
• Clinical experience in pediatric or ambulatory care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare for children and adolescents.
• Perform physical assessments and examinations.
• Evaluate patients and develop diagnoses.
• Develop, initiate, and manage individualized plans of care and treatment.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Provide health education and guidance to students and families.
• Initiate appropriate consultations and referrals.
• Collaborate with physicians, school personnel, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Ohio

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

NCCPA certification

Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Ohio

Job description

Facility: Fairborn Middle School Department: APPs - Melissa King, Lisa Ziemnik, Jonathan Thackeray and Jennifer Hilgeman Schedule: Full time Hours: 32

Dayton Children’s is expanding its School-Based Health program in Fairborn, Ohio, and we are looking for a passionate APP to join our growing team! This is a unique opportunity to bring high-quality pediatric healthcare directly to students in their school environment, making care more accessible while supporting the overall health, wellness, and academic success of children and adolescents.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Practice Where Kids Are: Provide convenient, accessible primary and preventive healthcare services directly within the Fairborn City Schools community.

Make a Meaningful Impact: Build relationships with students and families while helping address their healthcare needs in a familiar and supportive environment.

Exceptional Work-Life Balance: This is a 0.8 FTE position designed around the academic calendar, offering a predictable daytime schedule and an approximately two-month summer break, generally from June 15 through August 15. Exact dates may vary based on the school calendar.

Summer Flexibility: Opportunities for additional work may be available during the summer months for providers who would like to maintain a more consistent schedule.

Be Part of Something Growing

Join Dayton Children’s expanding school-based health initiative and collaborate with our established and successful School-Based Health Clinic at Xenia Community Schools. You’ll have opportunities to share best practices, collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues, and help shape the continued growth of school-based healthcare in our community.

What You’ll Do

As a School-Based APP, you will provide comprehensive, developmentally appropriate care to children and adolescents from birth through 21 years of age. Working independently and in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals, you will:

• Provide comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare
• Perform physical assessments and examinations
• Evaluate patients and develop diagnoses
• Develop, initiate, and manage individualized plans of care and treatment
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Provide health education and guidance to students and families
• Initiate appropriate consultations and referrals
• Collaborate with physicians, school personnel, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Help promote the health and well-being of students within the school community

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants who are passionate about caring for children and adolescents.

For Nurse Practitioners

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Ohio
• 3–4 years of nursing experience
• Pediatric or ambulatory care experience preferred

For Physician Assistants

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Ohio
• Pediatric or ambulatory care experience preferred

Why Dayton Children’s?

At Dayton Children’s, you’ll be part of a team dedicated exclusively to improving the health and well-being of children. This is more than a traditional clinic role—it’s an opportunity to bring healthcare into the community, remove barriers to care, and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. If you’re looking for a pediatric APP position where you can practice medicine, build meaningful relationships, enjoy a family-friendly schedule, and help shape an innovative school-based health program, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in bringing exceptional pediatric care directly to the children who need it most. At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children’s. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference.

Our values

• We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.
• We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.