Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - Pediatric Orthopedics

Shriners Children's•Sacramento, CA

8h•$163,000 - $230,000•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s is looking for a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Shriners Children’s Northern California. This provider will primarily support the Neuromuscular service while also providing care across the General Orthopedic service. The role is currently 100% outpatient, with plans to incorporate a structured inpatient orthopedic rotation in the future. This position collaborates closely with orthopedic surgeons and a multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Standard clinic hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with earlier start times during onboarding to accommodate lectures, conferences, and training activities. There are no nights, holidays, weekend or call expectations associated with this role. The pay range for this position is $163,000-$230,000 annually. Compensation is determined based on years of advanced practice experience and departmental equity.

Requirements

If Physician Assistant Master of Physician Assistant Studies (or equivalent degree) from an accredited Physician Assistant program
If Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
2+ years of advanced practice clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting preferred.
If Physician Assistant Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
If Nurse Practitioner American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or equivalent board certification in applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC, CPNP-PC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice
Must possess eligibility for active DEA
Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP).
Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
Proficient in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Nice To Haves

Experience with pediatric orthopedic, neuromuscular, spinal, or rehabilitation patient populations preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive and age-appropriate health assessments, histories, and physical exams.
Formulate differential diagnoses and develop care plans in coordination with supervising physicians and the care team.
Manage care for pediatric orthopedic specialty populations
Provide pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and ongoing management in both inpatient and ambulatory surgical environments.
Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, lab work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
Perform routine procedures and assist in specialty surgical cases within the scope of licensure.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with the scope of practice and Shriners Children’s policies.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to support coordinated, integrated care.
Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on disease processes, treatment plans, and home care strategies.
Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient responses using the electronic health record (EHR).
Support quality improvement, patient safety, and research initiatives as appropriate to the role.
Provide mentorship or precepting to clinical staff or trainees as assigned.
Maintain compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, including infection control and documentation standards.
Perform additional duties within the scope of licensure as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.
Maintain all professional licensure, certifications, and mandatory training in compliance with state and organizational requirements.
Maintain accountability for meeting established productivity benchmarks (e.g. wRVUS), quality metrics, and institutional performance standards
Ensure time is allocated in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
Relocation assistance
School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Tuition Reimbursement
Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.
All employees are eligible to enroll in medical coverage starting on their first day.