Pediatric Care Team Provider - NP/PA

Requisition Number: PEDIA004705 Full-Time On-site Locations 6 Telcom Drive, Penobscot Pediatrics, Bangor, ME 04401, USA Pay or shift range: $125,000 USD to $165,000 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers based on various factors including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description We are seeking a mission-driven Care Team Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate) to join our Penobscot Pediatrics team. In this role, you will work closely with primary care providers, primary care RNs, and other disciplines to support same-day access appointments. These appointments include visits for acute illnesses, acute injuries, newborn weight checks, and acute worsening of previously stable conditions. The provider will assess and treat patients while educating and reassuring parents. The position will not have a panel of patients. Candidates need strong pediatric, teen, and toddler engagement and examination skills, along with a confident and reassuring approach to worried family members. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with primary care providers (PCP) and nursing staff to support PCHC patients. Ensure access to same-day care for patients, addressing their immediate needs. Assist in the management of patients during transitions, such as when a PCP leaves the organization or during provider absences. Provide urgent/same day care for unpaneled patients until they are assigned a permanent provider. Support desktop management for PCPs to facilitate efficient care delivery. Uphold a patient-centered approach to care, prioritizing quality and access. For pediatrics, visits will cover acute illnesses, acute injuries, newborn weight checks, and acute worsening of previously stable conditions, with assessment, treatment, and caregiver education. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant/Physician Associate program. Current license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner and/or Certified Physician Assistant in the State of Maine. Current DEA license. Up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain certification within 2 weeks if not current at hire. Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred. Why Join PCHC? At Penobscot Community Health Care, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and promotes a culture of excellence in delivering quality patient care. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Signing and relocation bonuses available. Recently increased salary scale with yearly increases. Teaching Health Center with the ability to precept in the future if desired. Generous paid time off program, holiday pay, and more. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr