APP - Pediatric Orthopedics

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Washington is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider for the Orthopedic clinic. You will evaluate pediatric patients, interpret labs and imaging, and guide families through treatment options.

The role requires WA NP/PA licensure with prescriptive authority and BLS. Ambulatory and OR support, collaboration with inpatient teams, and ongoing professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold WA NP/PA license and prescriptive authority (DEA/NPI).
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• 2 years of pediatric ARNP/PA experience; orthopedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sees patients independently in the ambulatory care setting: conduct physical exams and create individual care plans.
• Assist in the operating room in inpatient and ambulatory surgery center settings.
• Collaborate with Inpatient Provider Services to manage admitted patients.
• Support Emergency Department call and emergency surgeries.
• Support outpatient clinic call and coordination.
• Interpret lab/test results and provide clinical recommendations.
• Educate patients on disease processes and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage patients’ treatment and medication management.
• Stay up to date on advancements in relevant specialties.
• Partner with local/state/national programs as necessary.
• Participate in specialized treatment plans and clinics.

Skills

Pediatrics

BLS Certification

DEA/NPI & Prescriptive Authority

Washington State NP/PA license

Team Collaboration

Operating Room Support

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant credential

Active Washington state licensure

Job description

Where kids and families are always first

At MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is more than what we do — it’s our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound, we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents.

Our vision is to be the safest, highest-quality place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Variable, Schedule: Variable

Compensation is based on Years of Experience, and ranges from $166K-$185K as a 1.0 FTE.

Position Summary

Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider for the Mary Bridge Orthopedic clinic. This role involves evaluating patients for pediatric orthopedic conditions, interpreting lab and other test results, and guiding families through treatment options.

Responsibilities

• Sees patients independently in the ambulatory care setting: o Conduct physical exams and provide individual care plans for patients o Conduct diagnostic assessment, including ordering imaging and other diagnostic studies
• Assist in the operating room in both an inpatient and ambulatory surgery center setting.
• Collaborate with Mary Bridge Inpatient Provider Services to manage patients admitted Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital.
• Support Mary Bridge Emergency Department call and emergency surgeries.
• Support outpatient clinic call.
• Interpret lab and test results and provide clinical recommendations and supportive guidance.
• Educate patients on disease process and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Manage patients’ treatment as well as medication management
• Stay up to date on advancements in relevant specialties
• Partner with the local, state and national programs as necessary
• Participate in specialized treatment plans and specialized clinics

Requirements

• Washington State Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license
• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association
• 2 years of experience as a licensed ARNP/PA in pediatric health care preferred
• Experience in Pediatric Orthopedics preferred.
• Licensure to practice in Washington State.

About Mary Bridge Children’s

For more than 70 years, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound.

Anchored by an 82-bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma, Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a 24-hour pediatric-only Emergency Department and a state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center.

As a comprehensive pediatric health network, Mary Bridge delivers expert, family-centered care across inpatient, outpatient and specialty services, supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family we serve.

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

Built for children and families

Delivering care designed specifically for kids and the families who support them, with a strong focus on family-centered care.

Award-winning care

Named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, earning this national recognition six times in the past eight years, with physicians consistently recognized on Top Doctors lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune.

Growing for the future

A new pediatric hospital and medical office building designed to support the future of children’s care.

Well-being and support

Generous time off, wellness resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $166,275.00 - $185,098.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.