Neurodevelopmental Follow-up Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Inova • Fairfax, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Inova Children’s is seeking a Specialty Advanced Practice Provider (0.4 FTE) to
support the development of our growing Fetal MRI and neurodevelopmental
follow-up program. This unique role will focus on building a comprehensive,
system-wide approach to the evaluation and management of infants and children at
high risk for developmental delays, including those with complex neonatal
courses such as NICU graduates and patients with congenital heart disease.

Primarily based in the outpatient pediatric rehabilitation setting, this
provider will play a key role in delivering longitudinal neurodevelopmental
care. Responsibilities include performing standardized developmental
assessments, monitoring growth and neurologic progression, identifying early
signs of delay, and coordinating early intervention and subspecialty services.
Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, the APP will help ensure
continuity of care from acute hospitalization through outpatient follow-up,
while also supporting families in navigating resources and care plans.

This position offers the opportunity to shape and expand a critical program,
with potential future involvement in fetal and/or inpatient services. Candidates
with neonatal experience are strongly preferred.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and
patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top
employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s in advanced clinical practice or graduate of a post masters certificate program for nurse practitioners, American Association of Colleges of Nursing of the National League for Nursing. For physician Assistants, graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start ACLS, PALS
• Licensure: Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License(depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances)
• Payer Credentialing: Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
• Medical Staff Credentialing: Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as an advanced practice provider in the NICU

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized advanced practice care (0.4 FTE) in a pediatric rehabilitation clinic, delivering longitudinal neurodevelopmental follow-up for infants and children at risk for developmental delays related to prematurity, low birth weight, hypoxic-ischemic injury, congenital heart disease, genetic disorders, and prolonged NICU stays.
• Conducts standardized developmental assessments, monitors growth and neurologic progression, and identifies emerging developmental delays in high-risk pediatric populations.
• Coordinates early intervention services, subspecialty referrals, and ongoing developmental surveillance to support timely evaluation and treatment.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to align care plans, ensure continuity across settings, and support the transition from acute care through outpatient rehabilitation.
• Guides and educates families on developmental milestones, early identification of delays, and available intervention resources.

Benefits

• Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
• Committed to Team Member Health: Offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level