Pediatric Infectious Diseases Advanced Practice Provider

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 163,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver specialized care for children with infectious diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, the APP will engage in quality improvement initiatives and support the academic mission of the University.

Candidates should possess an advanced nursing degree or equivalent Physician Assistant certification, with at least one year of pediatric clinical experience. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits including health and retirement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in a related job discipline.
• 1 year of pediatric clinical experience.
• Pediatric infectious diseases experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive care for pediatric patients with infectious diseases.
• Performs patient evaluations and develops treatment plans.
• Participates in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participates in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical competency

Knowledge of electronic medical records

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Advanced degree from an accredited nursing school / college

Accredited Physician Assistant educational program

Job description

About The Department

The Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of Chicago is a nationally recognized academic clinical unit dedicated to excellence in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and research of infectious diseases affecting children and adolescents. Our team provides comprehensive, family-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings at Comer Children’s Hospital and affiliated clinics, serving a diverse and medically complex patient population. We are deeply committed to community health and equity through innovative outreach programs such as Health4Chicago, a mobile, school-located vaccination initiative delivering CDC-recommended immunizations to children and families across the Chicagoland area. The section also houses the VAX Center of Excellence, leveraging multidisciplinary expertise to advance vaccination access, education, and equitable prevention strategies. Our Care2Prevent (C2P) program offers holistic HIV prevention, treatment, behavioral health, and support services to youth and young adults, addressing both biomedical and social determinants of health and serving as a model for pediatric and adolescent HIV care. Through these programs, alongside robust clinical service, trainee education, and scholarly activity, our section strives to improve health outcomes for individuals and communities across Chicago and beyond.

Job Summary

The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides specialized, evidence-based care to pediatric patients with suspected or confirmed infectious diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. Working collaboratively with pediatric infectious diseases physicians, fellows, residents, pharmacists, and other interdisciplinary team members, the APP delivers high-quality clinical care, participates in education and quality improvement initiatives, and supports the academic mission of the University of Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive care for pediatric patients with acute and chronic infectious diseases, including complicated bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections; immunocompromised host infections; congenital and perinatal infections; fever of unknown origin; and antimicrobial stewardship–related consultations.
• Performs patient evaluations including history, physical examination, diagnostic interpretation, and development of treatment plans; orders and interprets laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies.
• Manages patients in inpatient consultation services and outpatient infectious diseases clinics.
• Provides patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, infection prevention, and follow-up care; prescribes medications and therapies in accordance with licensure and institutional policies.
• Participates in the education of medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners.
• Serves as a clinical resource for infectious diseases–related education within the department and hospital; contributes to clinical guidelines, protocols, and pathways related to pediatric infectious diseases.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
• Supports research activities as appropriate, including patient recruitment, data collection, or protocol implementation.
• Maintains current knowledge of pediatric infectious diseases through continuing education and professional development.
• Participates in divisional meetings, departmental initiatives, and institutional committees as appropriate; also participates in multidisciplinary rounds and care conferences.
• Ensures continuity of care through appropriate follow-up, coordination, and communication with primary care providers and subspecialists.
• Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account benefit versus burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
• Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education & Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a related job discipline.

• An advanced degree from an accredited school/college of nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc.
• 1 year of pediatric clinical experience.
• Pediatric infectious diseases experience.

Licensing & Certifications

• Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required. Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO).
• National certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC or PNP-PC) or equivalent.
• Eligibility for prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
• Current Physician Assistant license/registration in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
• Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) by start date.
• Once licensed, apply for a mid-level practitioner-controlled substance license and DEA number.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records.
• Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
• Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse setting.
• Ability to handle and relate sensitive information and work independently.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems regularly.

Working Conditions

• Inpatient hospital setting and outpatient clinic.

Benefits Eligible

Yes. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Pay Range

$128,000.00 - $163,500.00. The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Posting Statement (EEO)

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.