Master's degree in nursing or physician assistant studies required
Current MA PA or NP license (FNP or PNP) required
Experience in pediatric neurology, developmental medicine, autism, or neurobehavioral care strongly preferred
Neurology Certification encouraged within 3 years for NPs
Strong understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders and associated conditions.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive, family-centered outpatient care for children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental differences.
Evaluate and manage autism spectrum disorder and associated comorbidities.
Obtain comprehensive developmental, medical, behavioral, and family histories.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
Initiate, prescribe, monitor, and adjust medications as clinically appropriate.
Provide anticipatory guidance and education to families regarding diagnoses and treatment options.
Contribute to clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional development.
Opportunity to work with a specialized population in a growing field.
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.
Regular team meetings and case reviews to enhance clinical skills.
Full Job Description
Job Posting Description
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Autism Center Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive, family-centered outpatient care for children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental differences, predominantly autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated neurobehavioral conditions.
Evaluation and management of autism spectrum disorder and associated neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioral comorbidities within scope of practice.
Obtain comprehensive developmental, medical, behavioral, and family histories; perform focused neurological and physical examinations.
Assess and manage common co-occurring conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, sleep disturbances, irritability, aggression, and emotional dysregulation.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in partnership with patients, caregivers, and the care team.
Initiate, prescribe, monitor, and adjust medications when clinically appropriate, including monitoring efficacy, adverse effects, and safety.
Provide anticipatory guidance, education, and counseling to families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and expected outcomes.
Order, review, and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, including laboratory testing, EEG, neuroimaging, and genetic testing when indicated.
Identify red flags or atypical presentations requiring additional evaluation, specialist consultation, or escalation of care.
Provide timely clinical communication, documentation, prescription management, and follow-up of diagnostic results.
Contribute to clinical protocols, standardized care pathways, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice.
Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing professional development.
Working 40 hours per week: days, Monday-Friday
Minimum Qualifications Education:
A master's degree in nursing or a master's in physician assistant studies required
Experience:
Experience in pediatric neurology, developmental medicine, autism, or neurobehavioral care strongly preferred.
Licensure/ Certifications:
A current MA PA or NP license (FNP or PNP) required
Neurology Certification is strongly encouraged within 3 years for NPs
About Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. Boston Children's Hospital is home to the world's largest research enterprise based at a pediatric hospital. More than 1,100 scientists, including nine members of the National Academy of Sciences, 11 on-staff members of the Institute of Medicine and 9 members of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The hospital is also the primary pediatric teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
