Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Pediatric Physician Assistant (PA) Urgent Care - Up to $10k Bonus

Job Title

Advanced Practice Providers (FNP or PNP)

Job Description

PM Pediatric Care is the largest pediatric urgent care network in the country. The company was founded by Pediatric Emergency Physicians to provide a top-quality, convenient, and accessible alternative to the emergency department for children and young adults. With a foundation of over 50 practice guidelines, CME-accredited lectures, and hands-on workshops, we are academically driven and clinically focused. Our care model mirrors the emergency department experience within a private practice setting, complete with on-site x-ray and laboratory services, specialty consultation support, and a diverse high-acuity case mix. We are proud of our strong community reputation and trusted partnerships with patients and local primary care providers. We offer a supportive work environment with comprehensive individualized learning programs for pediatric advanced practice providers, including procedural training, radiology interpretation, evidence-based approaches to illness/injury, and mentorship. PM Pediatric Care is deeply connected to the communities we serve. We offer flexible scheduling to support worklife balance, with no overnight shifts. A range of roles are available, offering flexible schedules from 12 to 36 hours per week (part-time/full-time).

Must be willing to travel to our Germantown, Rockville, and Laurel, MD locations.

PM Pediatric Care is hiring Advanced Practice Providers (FNP or PNP) with significant pediatric or urgent care/ER experience to join our team. Under the guidance of the Regional Medical Officer, APPs are responsible for evaluating and providing evidence-based treatment to pediatric patients in an urgent care setting.

Job Responsibilities

Provide expert assessment and treatment of acute injuries and illnesses for both in-person and telemedicine patients, including but not limited to the management of the febrile infant/child, ear/nose/throat infections, pediatric abdominal pain, anaphylaxis, procedural anxiolysis, respiratory distress, croup, and asthma.

Perform common urgent care procedures, including but not limited to abscess drainage, foreign body removal, and laceration repair with sutures, staples, and dermal adhesive.

Obtain and provide preliminary interpretation of radiographs with radiologist over-reads -- (only in applicable states). All necessary training will be provided.

Oversee daily operations and patient flow for both in-person and telemedicine visits, with oversight of other providers, staff, and trainees on shift.

Ensure efficient operations by adhering to established policies and procedures and proactively report any necessary changes to the management team.

Collaborate with both on-site and telemedicine teams to assure completion of daily tasks, including but not limited to lab and radiology result review, patient follow-up, and timely responses to patient calls and questions.

Promote a safe, secure, equitable and healthy work environment by enforcing safety protocols, upholding quality standards, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Update knowledge and skills through our internal training program, continuing education opportunities, professional publications, and participation in professional organizations.

Actively contribute to service recovery efforts by assisting staff and patients with complaints.

Focus on efficiency metrics to improve in-person and telemedicine urgent care flow, antibiotic stewardship, and patient experience.

Qualifications

Pediatric experience is 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)

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverbally

Compensation: $105,000 - $170,000

The salary/rate range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary/rate for this role. Please note that actual salaries/rates may vary within this range above or below, depending on experience and location. We look at compensation for each individual and based on experience and qualifications.

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.