Pediatric Orthopedic Urgent Care AP/PA Lead

Seattle Children's; Washington; On-site; USD 137,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Off-shift premium up to 7.5%

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Seattle Children's Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) to join our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team. You will lead clinical decision-making for acute pediatric musculoskeletal injuries in urgent care, bridging injury and recovery and reducing ER visits.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, histories and exams, orders and interpretation of tests, and collaboration with physicians and specialists to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing with a pediatric or family NP focus or graduate of PA program.
• One year of experience in pediatric or family-focused clinical area.
• Active licensure as RN/ARNP in WA or PA license in WA; national pediatric or family NP certification or PA certification.
• Active DEA registration.
• BLS required; PALS accepted in lieu of BLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and assume primary responsibility for urgent care clinical management.
• Obtain histories, perform exams, order/interpret tests, prescribe medications and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists and team to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Direct or participate in case management and continuity of care for seamless transitions.
• Contribute to quality improvement and participate in education and research for patients and families.
• Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 1pm-10pm PST.

Skills

Clinical management

Urgent care

Pediatric care

Communication

Education

Master's in nursing (pediatric or family NP)

Graduate of physician assistant program

Job description

Seattle Children's Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) to join our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team. You will lead clinical decision-making for acute pediatric musculoskeletal injuries in urgent care, bridging injury and recovery and reducing ER visits.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, histories and exams, orders and interpretation of tests, and collaboration with physicians and specialists to ensure high-quality care.