Pediatric Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider - Per Diem

PM Pediatrics; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics is seeking Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in University Park, Texas. The role involves evaluating and treating pediatric patients in urgent-care settings, including both in-person and telemedicine visits. Candidates should have significant pediatric experience and a Master's or Doctoral degree.

The hourly rate ranges from $65 to $100 and requires active certifications and state licenses. Flexible scheduling is available with no overnight shifts, making this a great opportunity for professionals seeking meaningful work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an APP.
• Experience in Pediatric ER, General Pediatrics, or Urgent Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pediatric patients in urgent-care settings.
• Perform urgent-care procedures like abscess drainage and laceration repair.
• Coordinate with staff for in-person and telemedicine visits.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Critical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask

Experience with EMR

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Active ANCC Board Certification or NCCPA Certification

Active RN and NP/PA state license

Tools

eCW

Job description

Position Summary

PM Pediatric Care is hiring Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) with significant pediatric or urgent care/ER experience to evaluate and treat pediatric patients in an urgent‑care setting, including both in‑person and telemedicine visits. The schedule is 12‑36 hours per week (part‑time/full‑time) with flexible scheduling and no overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide evidence‑based treatment for pediatric patients in urgent‑care setting including acute injuries and illnesses such as febrile infants, ear/nose/throat infections, abdominal pain, anaphylaxis, croup, asthma, and respiratory distress.
• Perform common urgent‑care procedures, e.g., abscess drainage, foreign‑body removal, laceration repair with sutures, staples, and dermal adhesive.
• Obtain and provide preliminary radiograph interpretation with radiologist over‑reads where applicable.
• Oversee daily operations and patient flow for in‑person and telemedicine visits, coordinating with staff and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety protocols, quality standards, and HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with on‑site and telemedicine teams to review lab and radiology results, follow‑up with patients, and respond to patient inquiries.
• Contribute to service‑recovery efforts by addressing complaints and improving efficiency metrics such as antibiotic stewardship and patient experience.
• Participate in continuing education and professional organizations.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience required; Pediatric ER, General Pediatrics, or Urgent Care Experience preferred.
• Active ANCC Board Certification or NCCPA Certification.
• Active RN (if applicable) and NP/PA state license for each state where treating patients.
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Master of Physician Assistant Studies required.
• Minimum 2 years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an APP (outside of rotations) or at least 1 year in urgent care or emergency medicine.
• Ability to think critically, multitask, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with EMR; eCW experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $65–$100 (range may vary based on experience and location).

EEO Statement

PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.