PA) Pediatric GI & Allergy

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

2d•$116,123 - $171,163•Onsite

About The Position

Join the nationally recognized Pediatric Gastroenterology and Pediatric Allergy team at UVA Health Children's, providing comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents with complex gastrointestinal and allergic disorders. This position offers a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, supporting both the Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) and GI-Allergy programs as well as the General Pediatric Gastroenterology service. The APP will work alongside pediatric gastroenterologists, allergists, registered dietitians, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care. The role includes participation in multidisciplinary specialty clinics while also providing independent follow-up care to improve patient access, continuity, and timely management of chronic gastrointestinal diseases. This position is ideal for an APP who enjoys caring for medically complex patients, values interdisciplinary collaboration, and is passionate about improving access to specialty pediatric care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) 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.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric gastroenterology, allergy/immunology, or other pediatric subspecialty experience preferred.
Experience caring for children with chronic gastrointestinal or allergic conditions.
Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient/family education skills.
Experience managing ambulatory pediatric patients and coordinating longitudinal care.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicians, nursing, dietitians, and administrative staff to promote efficient clinic operations and optimize patient access.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on access, care coordination, and patient outcomes.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
Practice in accordance with UVA Health policies, state licensure requirements, and national APP standards.
Maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
Participate in departmental education, professional development, and performance improvement activities.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients with eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders, food allergy-related gastrointestinal conditions, and other pediatric gastrointestinal diseases.
Provide comprehensive follow-up care for patients within the EoE, GI-Allergy, and General Pediatric Gastroenterology clinics.
Collaborate closely with pediatric gastroenterologists, allergists, and registered dietitians in multidisciplinary clinic settings to develop individualized treatment plans.
Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic testing, laboratory studies, and imaging.
Provide patient and family education regarding disease management, nutrition, medications, and long-term care plans.
Facilitate continuity of care through coordination with referring providers and multidisciplinary team members.
Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, and patient-centered care.
Support departmental quality improvement, clinical guideline implementation, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
Serve as a resource for patients, families, learners, and interdisciplinary team members.