Pediatric experience required; ER, General Pediatrics, or Urgent Care preferred.
Active ANCC Board Certification or NCCPA Certification.
Active RN and NP/PA state licenses for treating patients in applicable states.
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Master's in Physician Assistant Studies required.
Minimum 2 years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an APP or 1 year in urgent care/emergency medicine.
Strong critical thinking and multitasking abilities in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Proficient in EMR systems, preferably eCW.
Responsibilities
Provide expert assessment and treatment of acute pediatric injuries and illnesses for in-person and telemedicine patients.
Perform urgent care procedures like abscess drainage and laceration repair.
Obtain and interpret radiographs with radiologist over-reads, with training provided.
Oversee daily operations and patient flow for in-person and telemedicine visits.
Ensure compliance with policies and report necessary changes to management.
Collaborate with teams to complete daily tasks, including lab and radiology result reviews.
Promote a safe and compliant work environment by enforcing safety protocols and quality standards.
Benefits
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
Internal training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
Supportive work environment focused on patient care and employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Summary Must be able to work at our Apopka, Winter Garden and Waterford offices.
Description
PM Pediatric Care is hiring Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) 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
Qualifications:
PM Pediatric Care seeks dynamic people who are motivated, energetic, and passionate about pediatric healthcare and believe in our mission. At PM Pediatric Care, we provide the highest quality of care in a warm, welcoming environment for children and families. Our employees are expected to deliver impeccable patient experience and treat all patients as if they are family.
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: $100,000 - $160,000
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.
About PM Pediatrics
PM Pediatrics is a pediatric urgent care provider with locations in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Massachusetts. The company was founded in 2005 by Dr. Jeffrey Schor and Steven Katz. PM Pediatrics provides specialized pediatric care for children from newborns to young adults, with a focus on providing high-quality care in a child-friendly environment. The company offers a range of services, including urgent care, physicals, immunizations, and more. PM Pediatrics has been recognized for its innovative approach to pediatric care, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its work.
