UVA Pediatrics Culpeper - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Full Time

UVA Pediatrics Culpeper is seeking a full‑time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant that specializes in primary care pediatrics. Position Highlights Practice Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 6 pm, Friday 8 am - 5 pm, Saturday 8:30 am - 1 pm Schedule: 4 ten‑hour days Monday – Friday with rotating Saturday hours Saturday clinic coverage (typically once every 6‑7 weeks) Rotating call coverage Outpatient only Practice offers both primary care and same‑day appointment visits Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible organization Responsible for provision of Advanced Practice Provider services, including assessment and management of patients across all clinical settings (examples: ambulatory clinic, hospital, assisted living facility, skilled nursing facility/nursing home, ambulatory surgery center, and community settings), within the scope of licensing, training, and credentialing dependent on specialty. Responsibilities Work in conjunction with the medical director, administrative management, nursing and other interprofessional team members to facilitate patient care and management throughout the health care system. Exercise independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures commensurate with training and experience, as credentialed by UVA Health System. Perform and document comprehensive health histories and physical assessments, to include initiation of CPR or other appropriate emergency therapy as needed. Formulate diagnoses, identify problems and health risk profiles, and clearly communicate with other members of the health care team. Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic studies, such as x‑rays and laboratory tests, in consultation with peers and colleagues. Perform procedures within scope of practice and UVA Health System credentialing and privileges. Order medications, treatments and therapies in accordance with Virginia Prescriptive regulations. Request consultation and initiate referrals to other health care providers, including specialists when and if needed. Evaluate and analyze patient responses to the disease process and/or therapeutic, diagnostic interventions. Provide information, education and support to patients/families regarding disease processes and treatment plans, thus facilitating communication between patients/families and the health care team. Participate in on‑call responsibilities as appropriate and as determined by department or unit. Manage patients in accordance with established UVA Medical Center and UVA UPG policies and procedures. Report births, deaths, outbreaks of communicable diseases and other information critical to the patient’s and/or the public’s health as required by legal or governmental authorities, in a timely manner. Meet quality standards as determined by the Medical Director and/or UVA Health System. Serve on select committees as needed. Participate in the clinical experience of students (graduate/post graduate advanced practice, nursing, and medical students), interns, and residents, as appropriate. Participate in group, peer and other review activities as requested. Prepare and attend to all reports, claims, and correspondence necessary or appropriate to the performance of professional services. Promote the professional practice of the advanced practice group by serving as a clinical resource to nursing, medical and allied health care practitioners. Follow policies and procedures, including those of UPG, UVA Medical Center, CMS and other contracted payers with which the entity may contract. Accurately assign Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases (ICD‑10) codes. Update practice through continuing education by attending conferences, rounds, reports, lectures, journal clubs and regional/national professional conferences. Seek professional development and growth opportunities that enhance professional practice through formal and informal activities including developing and presenting educational programs. Perform other duties as assigned that are commensurate with professional service normally and customarily provided by a licensed independent provider. Compensation During the first two years of employment, the provider will receive a tiered base salary plus a $10,000 guaranteed incentive. Following the completion of the two‑year guarantee period, compensation will transition to a tiered base salary plus a wRVU‑based incentive model. Base salary is determined by years of APP experience: 0‑5 years of experience: $105,000 base salary More than 5 years up to 10 years of experience: $115,000 base salary More than 10 years of experience: $125,000 base salary UVA Physicians Group Benefit Highlights Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options. Employer‑sponsored retirement savings plans with employer contributions and pre‑tax/Roth savings options. Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and leave benefits. Employer‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage. CME/professional development support Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for many positions. Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree. Experience: Department and unit specific. Licensure: License or license‑eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position. Physical Demands Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50‑100 lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia