Pediatric Surgery APP/PA: Inpatient Care Leader

Phoenix Children's; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Pediatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our inpatient team. The role requires PNP-AC or PA-C and inpatient pediatric experience, with an emphasis on acute care, collaboration with surgeons, and leadership in patient care planning.

You will conduct histories and exams, order treatments, coordinate discharges, educate families, and mentor APP students and residents as part of a growing program focused on exceptional pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Inpatient pediatric population experience required.
• Acute care trained provider with emphasis on pediatrics.
• Detail oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health histories and physical assessments for infants, children and young adults with acute and chronic conditions.
• Order and prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and other therapeutic measures.
• Formulate family-centered care plans and coordinate with the care team.
• Collect data and analyze as needed to inform care decisions.
• Perform procedures within credentialing and adapt plans to family needs.
• Educate patients, families, nursing staff and teams as needed.
• Precept/mentor APP students, residents and medical students.
• Support patient safety and advocate for safe practice.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as requested.

Job description

Phoenix Children's in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Pediatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our inpatient team. The role requires PNP-AC or PA-C and inpatient pediatric experience, with an emphasis on acute care, collaboration with surgeons, and leadership in patient care planning.

You will conduct histories and exams, order treatments, coordinate discharges, educate families, and mentor APP students and residents as part of a growing program focused on exceptional pediatric care.