Pediatrics, Advanced Practice Provider - Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Winston-Salem, NC

Job Description

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Explore an exciting opportunity with Brenner Childrens Hospital as we eagerly welcome a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics outpatient team in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

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What We Have to Offer:

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• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $2,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
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• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy weekday only work hours, no weekend call.
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• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
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• Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $7,500 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
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• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.
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• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolinas Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.
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Work in a Supportive & Collaborative Environment:

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The Department of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at Brenner Childrens Hospital is at the forefront of making a profound impact on the lives of children and adolescents facing a diverse range of developmental and behavioral challenges. This remarkable department is dedicated to supporting those aged from newborn to 21 with Autism, Global Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Behavioral Problems, and more. With a focus on forming close bonds with families and schools, their approach involves advocating for young patients, all while working in tandem with a collaborative team of professionals, such as psychologists and therapists. If you're seeking a fulfilling and impactful career, consider joining our Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Department, where you can be part of a team making a positive difference in young lives.

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What Youll Do:

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As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations in medical settings. Responsibilities include:

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• Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
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• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
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• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.  Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
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• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
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• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
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• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.
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• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
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The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.

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Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements:

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• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred
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• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA
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• Minimum of one year of experience in a pediatric and mental health environment
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• Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale (ADOS) certification preferred
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Nurse Practitioner (NP) Requirements:

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• Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, Masters degree or higher required
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• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license
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• Board certified as a Pediatric NP or Psychiatric NP and/or DNP required
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• Pediatric NP Mental Health Specialist (PMHS) certification required
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• Psychiatric NP minimum of one year of experience in pediatrics
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• Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale (ADOS) certification preferred.
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Where Youll Live:

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The picturesque cities of North Carolinas Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Reports Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023.  This includes:

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• Affordable Living :  Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.
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• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.
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• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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