Neonatal APP - Physician Assistant Fellowship
About The Position
The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Pathway is designed as a structured program for physician assistants to transition successfully into neonatal intensive care. PA fellows will gain comprehensive training in high-acuity neonatal care; developing the foundational knowledge base, clinical proficiency, and leadership skills needed to thrive in a leading healthcare system. This program serves as an entry point and career development pathway for PAs interested in neonatology, offering robust mentorship, simulation-based education, and opportunities for sharing scholarly work. Graduates from this fellowship will be prepared to step into practice at the top of their scope, with a clear trajectory for growth as independent neonatal APPs.
Requirements
- Licensure as a physician Assistant in the state of Georgia
- Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- NRP Certification required within 60 days of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 60 days of hire
- Proficiency in neonatal physical assessment skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of experience in pediatric healthcare preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive patient care management within a collaborative practice model for neonates under the supervision of the supervising/collaborating physician within the scope of practice outlined by state statute and Children’s bylaws in the inpatient and/or ambulatory settings.
- Performing comprehensive histories and physical exams and identifying normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status
- Ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Developing pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans
- Serving as an educational resource for patients, families, health care professionals, and students
- Facilitating patient referrals to other medical providers, medical facilities, and other health/social service agencies as needed
- Collaborating and/or consulting with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate
- Recognizes the importance of participation in professional organizations.
- Accepts responsibility for ongoing professional development and maintenance of professional competence and credentials.
- Continuously conducts self-evaluation of advanced practice skills in an effort to ensure competent clinical care and continued self-development.
- Assists in the development of education for department/practice.
- Participates in continuous quality improvement based on professional practice standards for department/practice.
- Participates in and complies with hospital/departmental policies.
- Support compliance with National Patient Safety Goals related to applicable administrative Joint Commission
Benefits
- comprehensive compensation and benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
