Neonatal Physician Assistant Fellowship

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh Physicians seeks Physician Assistants for a Neonatology Fellowship at UPMC. Fellows rotate between UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and Magee-Womens Hospital, with day and night shifts seven days a week, under a joined interview process and faculty supervision.

The program features a $30,000 sign-on, relocation support, and pathways for advanced practice development through the APP Career Ladder and fellowship track.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program is required.
• Current NCCPA certification and PA license are required.
• BLS/CPR certification and state licensure compliance required.
• Clearances Act 33, Act 73 and Act 34 are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive newborn/infant assessments and interpret data.
• Initiate emergency evaluation and treatment as needed.
• Conduct high-level invasive procedures (e.g., umbilical line placement).
• Collaborate with Neonatology faculty, fellows and consultants.
• Refer to and coordinate with attending physicians for care plans.
• Communicate with families regarding condition, plan, and progress.
• Engage in research and contribute to educational activities.
• Support neonatal transport planning and policy discussions.

Skills

Relationship building

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Clinical judgement

Team leadership

Dexterity & mobility

Education

ARC-PA accredited PA program

NCCPA license

CPR certification

Act 33 Clearance

Act 73 Clearance

Act 34 Clearance

Job description

University of Pittsburgh Physicians are seeking Physician Assistants for our Advanced Practice Provider Neonatology Fellowship program!

Fellowship Candidates will be jointly interviewed for core positions at either UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh or UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. The selection process will balance candidate experience and interests with clinical site needs to determine the best fit for each candidate. This role includes rotating shifts of varying length, covering both days and nights, 7 days per week.

Why Join Us

• Fellowship Program: Our APP Neonatology Fellowship Program is designed for Physician Assistant (PA) applicants without one year of prior NICU experience. The fellowship offers a comprehensive year-long curriculum that includes didactic lectures, hands‑on clinical rotations, procedural simulations, and opportunities to gain experience in neonatal medicine and general pediatrics, all while working closely with a broad faculty from the medical team.
• Generous Sign-On Bonus: This position is eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus!
• Relocation Assistance: Financial support for candidates relocating to join our team.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement through our APP Career Ladder and Pediatric APP Fellowship Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical assessment of the newborn/infant, order and interpret laboratory, radiographic and clinical data in planning and documenting the course of management and discusses the plan with Neonatology Faculty, Fellows and consultants.
• Initiate emergency evaluation and treatment.
• Regularly perform high level invasive procedures such as umbilical line placement.
• Serve as a member of Nursing and Medical committees as indicated.
• Make appropriate referrals in consultation with the attending physician for medical consultations, supportive services and regulatory reporting of patient safety issues.
• Provide support as well as information regarding the infant's condition, progress, and plan for care to parents/family, referring and consulting physician.
• Contribute to the body of medical and nursing knowledge through collaborative and independent research and publication.
• Participate in determining conditions, resources, and policies basic to sound health care of the high-risk newborn.
• Participate in Neonatal transports from referral hospital by ground and/or air.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the care of the patient. Such procedures are carried out in accordance with established protocols and after verifying patient name and birthdate.
• Serve as a resource outside the hospital system in areas where his/her expertise can provide a community service.
• Maintain clinical competency and keep informed of current trends and developments in neonatal nursing and related medical progress through continuing education and review of the literature.
• Elicit, record, and interpret a complete health history, including past medical, obstetrical, family and psychosocial aspects.
• Record and dictate interim, discharge, and transfer summaries.
• Participate in the planning and presentation of continuing education programs for in-house medical and nursing personnel, referral hospital personnel and future RN's and Neonatal CRNP's.
• Coordinate plan of care and procedure with the patient's primary nurse.

The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.

Education, Licensure, and Clearances

Physician Assistant (PA):

• A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required
• Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required
• Current CPR certification is required
• Act 33 Clearance will be required
• Act 73 Clearance will be required
• Act 34 Clearance required

Special Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
• Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
• Good clinical judgement.
• Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice.
• Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran