Pediatric Surgical APP - First Assistant (PA/NP) Onsite

New Mexico Pediatric Society; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill, NC, seeks a Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant to join the interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality, cost-effective care within APP scope under physician supervision.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with clinicians, and adherence to regulatory standards, policies, and credentialing guidelines. Onsite work with 40-hour weeks is typical.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Effective leadership skills; strong interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: obtain health history, perform exams, develop differential diagnoses, create and adjust treatment plans; follow evidence-based guidelines.
• Education: educate patients and families about conditions, treatment, and follow-up.
• Leadership: participate in training, rounds, and team meetings; lead quality improvement projects.
• Quality/Research: participate in continuous quality improvement and protocol development to enhance patient care.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership

Independence

Communication

Analytical skills

Documentation

Education

APRN/PA program completion

Job description

UNC Health in Chapel Hill, NC, seeks a Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant to join the interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality, cost-effective care within APP scope under physician supervision.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with clinicians, and adherence to regulatory standards, policies, and credentialing guidelines. Onsite work with 40-hour weeks is typical.