Pediatric Surgery APP: Acute Care PA-C

Phoenix Children's; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's seeks an experienced Pediatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support inpatient pediatric surgical patients in Tempe. The APP will follow through on plans, enter orders, and serve as primary contact for families and nursing staff.

The ideal candidate has acute care training in pediatrics, inpatient experience, and strong communication skills. Flexibility and collaboration with the surgical team are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior inpatient pediatric experience is required.
• Detail oriented and flexible with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interested in working with a growing Pediatric Surgery APP team.

Responsibilities

• Conduces comprehensive health history and physical assessments for pediatric patients.
• Orders and prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Develops family-centered care plans and documents daily as needed.
• Collaborates with attending physicians and healthcare team.
• Performs advanced procedures as credentialed.
• Provides education to patients, families, and staff.
• Precepts/mentors APP students and residents.
• Ensures patient safety and reports concerns through appropriate channels.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as requested.

Skills

Acute care

Pediatrics

Inpatient care

Communication skills

Education

PNP-AC or PA-C credential

Job description

Phoenix Children's seeks an experienced Pediatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support inpatient pediatric surgical patients in Tempe. The APP will follow through on plans, enter orders, and serve as primary contact for families and nursing staff.

The ideal candidate has acute care training in pediatrics, inpatient experience, and strong communication skills. Flexibility and collaboration with the surgical team are essential.