DescriptionNurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Pediatric Endocrinology MemorialCare Medical Group Practice Location Cherese Mari Laulhere Children's Village
Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach / MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center Campus
Long Beach, California
Position Summary MemorialCare Medical Group is seeking a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Pediatric Endocrinology to provide high-quality, family-centered care in a community-based pediatric specialty practice. This position is based at the Cherese Mari Laulhere Children's Village at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach, located on the campus of MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. Working collaboratively with pediatric endocrinologists and an interdisciplinary care team, the NP or PA will play a key role in improving access to pediatric specialty care, supporting chronic disease management, and delivering culturally responsive care to a diverse patient population.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Care - Perform comprehensive assessments of pediatric endocrinology patients, including medical history, physical examinations, growth and development evaluations, and ongoing clinical monitoring
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, disorders of puberty, and related conditions
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising pediatric endocrinologists
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and diagnostic studies
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and medical devices in accordance with scope of practice, licensure, and California regulations
- Provide follow-up care and long-term management for chronic endocrine conditions
Patient & Family Education - Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and disease self-management
- Provide education and support related to pediatric diabetes care, including insulin therapy, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), as applicable
- Address health literacy, cultural considerations, and social factors impacting care adherence and outcomes
Collaboration & Care Coordination - Collaborate with pediatric endocrinologists, nursing staff, diabetes educators, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members
- Coordinate care with primary care providers, referring physicians, and community resources
- Support continuity of care across outpatient and inpatient settings as needed
Documentation & Compliance - Document patient care accurately, thoroughly, and timely in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Comply with MemorialCare Medical Group policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, access, and clinical outcomes
Professional Practice - Maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education
- Remain current with best practices and clinical standards in pediatric endocrinology
- Participate in department meetings and service-related initiatives as assigned
Qualifications Required - Minimum of two years of pediatric endocrinology experience with complex patients
- Experience managing pediatric diabetes, including insulin pumps and CGM technology
- NPs must be able to meet the Requirements for Nurse Practitioners in California Children's Services Special Care Centers
- PAs must be able to meet the Requirements for Certified Physician Assistants in California Children's Services Special Care Centers
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current, unrestricted California NP or PA license (or eligible)
- National board certification (CPNP, FNP-C, or PA-C)
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills
Preferred - Bilingual skills reflective of the communities served
Work Environment & Physical Requirements - Outpatient pediatric specialty clinic environment at The Children's Village
- Includes inpatient rounding and hospital discharges at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard clinical equipment throughout the workday
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
Schedule - Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Primarily weekday clinic hours as well as hospital rounding
Compensation & Benefits - Competitive compensation through MemorialCare Medical Group, based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and CME allowance
