Physician Assistant - Four Diamonds Peds

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nocturnist Physician Assistant

Dedicated overnight schedule with predictable block scheduling

Practice within a nationally recognized academic children's hospital

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pediatric oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, critical care, infectious diseases, surgery, radiology, and supportive care services

Manage a diverse patient population including children with leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors, brain tumors, sickle cell disease, bleeding disorders, and other complex hematologic conditions

Opportunity to develop expertise in oncologic emergencies and acute pediatric inpatient management

Competitive compensation package with nocturnist differential

Comprehensive benefits package, CME support, and professional development opportunities

Provide overnight inpatient coverage for pediatric hematology/oncology patients inclusive of inpatients and home patient calls

Evaluate and manage acute clinical concerns, including fever and neutropenia, pain crises, transfusion reactions, oncologic emergencies, chemotherapy-related toxicities, and other urgent conditions

Perform admissions, consultations, cross-coverage assessments, and discharge planning as appropriate

Coordinate care with attending physicians, fellows, residents, nursing teams, and subspecialty consultants

Respond to rapid clinical changes and participate in emergency management and stabilization of critically ill patients

Facilitate safe and effective patient handoffs between daytime and nighttime providers

Document patient encounters and treatment plans in accordance with institutional standards

Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and educational initiatives within the division

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

NCCPA certification

Current Pennsylvania licensure or eligibility for licensure

Preferred experience in pediatric hematology/oncology, pediatric hospital medicine, pediatric critical care, emergency medicine, or other acute care pediatric settings

Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

Ability to function independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Penn State Health