Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) - Orthopedics

Shriners Childrens Hospital•Redmond, OR

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children's Portland is seeking a skilled, collaborative part-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support our pediatric orthopedic outreach clinic in Redmond, Oregon. This 0.1 FTE role ensures consistent access to high-quality pediatric orthopedic care for children and families in Central Oregon. The APP will work closely with Shriners Children's pediatric orthopedic surgeons during clinic days, with increasing clinical independence over time. Initially, the APP will partner directly with on-site physicians for patient evaluations, treatment planning, and procedures, with the long-term goal of practicing semi-independently as competencies are achieved. This role focuses exclusively on pediatric orthopedics, including new patient evaluations, postoperative visits, routine follow-ups, and occasional casting. There are no operating room or procedural sedation responsibilities. The APP will work two Fridays per month (second and fourth Fridays, 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.), with potential for expanded clinic days as patient demand grows. This is an excellent opportunity for an APP passionate about pediatric orthopedics, with strong clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to delivering outstanding care in a community-based setting, while contributing to Shriners Children's mission.

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
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice
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)
Must possess eligibility for active DEA
Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment
Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws
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 (Epic) and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting preferred.
Experience with pediatric orthopedic patient populations preferred

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 an outpatient surgical environment.
Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, lab work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
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
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.