Dermatology - Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

CHOC Specialists; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Specialists in Orange, CA, invites applications for a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in Pediatric Dermatology. The position partners with UC Irvine, with an appointment in the UC Irvine Department of Dermatology and involvement in resident teaching and mentoring.

The role focuses on providing high-quality outpatient dermatology care to children from birth through young adulthood, with opportunities to expand access within UC Irvine's dermatology network.

Qualifications

• PA or NP credential with pediatric focus
• Board certification in dermatology or pediatric dermatology preferred
• Experience in teaching or residency mentoring is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide quality outpatient pediatric dermatology care from birth to young adulthood.
• Collaborate with UC Irvine dermatology team and participate in resident teaching.
• Assist in expanding pediatric dermatology access at UC Irvine.

Job description

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Join Rady Children’s Health – Advancing Pediatric Excellence in Southern California

The CHOC Children’s Specialists is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Pediatric Dermatology to join our growing group. In partnership with the University of California, Irvine, this position will have an appointment in the UC Irvine Department of Dermatology and will be involved in resident teaching and mentoring. There is an opportunity to expand pediatric dermatology access at UC Irvine and be a part of their active and successful Dermatology team. Position will have access to the many energy-based treatment devices in the Department of Dermatology and Beckman Laser Institute at UC Irvine. Responsibilities include providing quality care to pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood. Our service is primarily outpatient.

About Rady Children’s Health (RCH)

Rady Children’s Health (RCH) represents the unification of two renowned pediatric healthcare institutions: Children’s Healthcare of California–parent corporation for Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), and Rady Children’s Hospital and Health Center, parent corporation for Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego. RCH serves as a trusted partner for families seeking safe, high-quality pediatric care, operating three hospitals and 85 care locations across six counties, including the region’s only Level 1 pediatric trauma centers. With 900 patient beds, 2,000 medical staff, and a dedicated team of 12,000 employees, RCH delivers comprehensive pediatric services to a growing and diverse population.

Nationally Recognized Leadership

Rady Children’s Health now serves a population of over 2.4 million children, expanding access to high-quality pediatric care in Southern California and building on a foundation of over 1.6 million patient visits annually across all clinics, hospitals, and specialty services. RCH is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the country, spanning San Diego, Orange, Imperial, and Riverside Counties, and beyond.

Across both organizations, national accolades remain consistent, including:

• U.S. News & World Report rankings in multiple pediatric specialties
• Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence
• National leadership in genomics, mental health, and telehealth innovation
• Designation as a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center

Academic and Research Excellence

Rady Children’s Health maintains strong academic affiliations with UC San Diego, UC Irvine, and UCLA, and collaborates with national pediatric organizations and Southern California’s thriving biotech sector. These partnerships fuel cutting-edge research, clinical trials, and the training of future pediatric leaders.

About CHOC Specialists

The CHOC Specialist physicians are committed to providing superior care to our patients and families. Compassion, quality, and dedication are core essentials of our practice. CHOC Specialists is a division of RCH – Orange (CHOC), together setting new standards in pediatric care.

CHOC Specialists serve as a unique resource to the community through teaching and training residents and pediatric subspecialty fellows. Our faculty’s scholarship includes a remarkable record of research and publishing, and our division has earned a national reputation as a leading pediatric and neonatal training site.

Within the CHOC Specialists division, the Pediatric Subspecialty Faculty (PSF)–a private pediatric subspecialty group–serves as the employer for this position. PSF includes more than 500 physicians and advanced practice providers across 26 pediatric subspecialties. Our team practices at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), a nationally recognized leader in pediatric care, with two state-of-the-art hospitals in Orange and Mission Viejo. CHOC is affiliated with the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and is a premier teaching site for its medical students and residents.

Join Us in Transforming Children’s Health

Rady Children’s Health and CHOC Specialists invite passionate physicians to join our team in advancing pediatric excellence, research, and compassionate care. Together, we are building a brighter future for children and families across Southern California and beyond.

Join us in Orange County’s unparalleled climate and lifestyle–beaches, mountains, and world-class amenities within easy reach.

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