Pediatric General Surgery APP (NP/PA) – Day Shift

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance (based onelig_)

Job summary

Duke Health’s Pediatric General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider role supports care across ER, PACU, wards, ICN, PCICU, PICU, OR, and clinic settings under pediatric surgeons. The APP conducts exams, orders tests, prescribes interventions, coordinates care, and may assist in the operating room, contributing to patient care excellence.

The position requires NP or PA credentialing with pediatric experience, BLS, and ongoing collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing for NPs or completion of an accredited NP program (MSN or DNP).
• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program; Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating pediatric patients.
• Take patient histories and conduct exams; document findings and develop therapeutic plans.
• Order and schedule labs and imaging; explain procedures to patients and families.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Clinical procedures

Education

NP program (MSN/DNP)

PA program (BS + MS)

Job description

Duke Health’s Pediatric General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider role supports care across ER, PACU, wards, ICN, PCICU, PICU, OR, and clinic settings under pediatric surgeons. The APP conducts exams, orders tests, prescribes interventions, coordinates care, and may assist in the operating room, contributing to patient care excellence.

The position requires NP or PA credentialing with pediatric experience, BLS, and ongoing collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.