Physician Assistant: Allergy

Akron Children’s; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital in the Marietta/Belpre area seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join its Allergy and Immunology team. The role supports pediatric and adult patients, with orientation up to six months and travel/lodging accommodations as needed for the start.

A six-month specialty onboarding program at the Akron location prepares you for independent practice. You will collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, and staff to expand services in a growing region.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions, including the delivery of acute care services.
• Practice with a variety of specialty-based populations including neonatal, pediatric, and adult
• Practices in any setting in which patients require complex monitoring and therapies, high intensity nursing intervention, or continuous nursing vigilance within the range of high-acuity care
• Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements
• This review is completed via the Focused Professional Performance Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) for Advanced Practice Providers as part of Joint Commission requirements
• Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems
• Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements

Job description

Position will orient in Akron before becoming permanent in Marietta/Belpre office. Orientation up to 6 months depending on experience level.
Orientation flexibility and accommodations for travel and lodging/temporary housing.

JOIN OUR GROWING ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY TEAM AT AKRON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MARIETTA/BELPRE

Are you passionate about helping patients understand their health, improve their quality of life, and confidently navigate chronic allergic and immunologic conditions? The Division of Allergy and Immunology at Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Advanced Practice Provider to help expand our services and establish a growing presence in the Marietta/Belpre region.

Our Allergy and Immunology team currently provides comprehensive care across Northeast Ohio, including Akron, Medina, Mahoning Valley, North Canton, Boston Heights, Beachwood, Mansfield, and Wooster. As we continue to grow, this new location represents an exciting opportunity to bring specialized allergy and immunology care closer to patients and families in the community.

Our Advanced Practice Providers play an essential role in the evaluation, management, and education of both pediatric and adult patients with allergic and immunologic conditions. We pride ourselves on practicing evidence-based medicine while creating individualized treatment plans that empower patients to better understand and manage their disease.

WHAT WE DO:

• Environmental allergies and hay fever

• Asthma and allergic airway disease

• Chronic hives (urticaria) and swelling disorders

• Food and medication allergies

• Atopic dermatitis (eczema) and contact dermatitis

• Primary immunodeficiency disorders

Our providers utilize specialized diagnostic tools and procedures, including:

• Allergy skin testing

• Allergen-specific IgE blood testing

• Patch testing

• Oral food challenges

• Oral Immunotherapy

• Patient-centered education and long-term disease management

WHAT WE OFFER:

• The opportunity to help establish and grow Allergy and Immunology services in a new region

• A collaborative team environment with experienced physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and support staff

• A strong APP model that promotes practicing at the top of your scope, with opportunities for independent patient management, clinical decision-making, and partnership with physicians

• A comprehensive 6-month specialty onboarding program at our Akron location, providing hands-on training, mentorship, and the foundation needed to confidently transition into Allergy and Immunology practice

• The opportunity to develop expertise in a highly specialized field while caring for both pediatric and adult populations

• The ability to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families

• A practice culture focused on evidence-based medicine, shared decision-making, and empowering patients through education

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Previous Allergy and Immunology experience is not required. Experienced providers and motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for a curious, compassionate provider with a passion for learning and helping individuals navigate chronic allergic and immunologic conditions. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, building relationships with patients and families, and working within a collaborative specialty team.

WHY AKRON CHILDREN'S?

Akron Children's is committed to being the most trusted, inclusive, and accessible pediatric healthcare system in the communities we serve. Our growing Allergy and Immunology division provides the unique opportunity to combine the resources and collaboration of an established specialty team with the excitement of building access to care in a new community.

ABOUT MARIETTA:

Located along the Ohio River, the Marietta area offers a welcoming community with a rich history, outdoor recreation, local dining, and a family-friendly atmosphere. With access to parks, trails, and riverfront activities, the region provides the benefits of small-community living with opportunities for continued growth.

Summary:

Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaboration with a physician according to a standard care arrangement and specialty board certification. Operates in accordance with Section 4723.431 of the Ohio Revised Code and rule adopted by the Board of Nursing for Advanced Practice Nurses, the national board certifying agency, and maintains a Standard Care Arrangement with a collaborating physician(s) on the medical staff. Performs health assessments and physical exams Identifies significant health and medical risk factors. Orders, interprets and evaluates tests and studies to assess clinical problems and health care needs. Develops a diagnosis by analyzing and synthesizing collected data. Independently and in collaboration with the physician, develops treatment plans along with the patient and significant others. Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with board certification, state law and organizational medical staff privileges. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by prescriptive authority through Ohio Board of Nursing and hospital policy. Develops patient education plan. Participates in medical team rounds; collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. Performs admission history & physical, document progress notes, complete discharge summaries as required. Provides consultations and requests consults as directed and in accordance with hospital bylaws. Assists with and facilitates discharge planning. May serve as resource for staff/residents and clinical preceptor for APN students. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions, including the delivery of acute care services.
2. Practice with a variety of specialty-based populations including neonatal, pediatric, and adult
3. Practices in any setting in which patients require complex monitoring and therapies, high intensity nursing intervention, or continuous nursing vigilance within the range of high-acuity care
4. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements
5. This review is completed via the Focused Professional Performance Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) for Advanced Practice Providers as part of Joint Commission requirements
6. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems
7. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements

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Steven Johnson

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