Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care Pediatrics (Allentown)

St. Luke's University Health Network•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides healthcare services to patients under the supervision of and/or in collaboration with an attending physician. Services include medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, referrals, diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescribing. The practitioner serves as a patient advocate and participates in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives. This position joins a collaborative team serving two busy pediatric offices, Walbert Avenue Pediatrics and Allentown Pediatrics, with dedicated clinical and administrative staff. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, with shared call and weekend coverage across multiple pediatric offices. The role also involves routine health maintenance, family counseling, wellness education, and coordination of patient care.

Requirements

Board-eligible or board-certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant.
Current license to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a similar setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, treat, counsel, and educate patients and their families receiving medical services.
Evaluate patients and perform physical examinations, including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories.
Identify abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, including radiologic and laboratory studies, and accurately interpret results.
Evaluate, develop, and implement patient management and treatment plans based on assessed needs.
Coordinate and communicate patient care with other healthcare professionals and institutions.
Provide high-quality healthcare based on best practices and evidence-based medicine.
Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as appropriate and within granted clinical privileges.
Provide virtual care services when requested, including interactive clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, and assist with care coordination or escalation as appropriate.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, personal networks, professional societies, and required continuing medical education.
Participate in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines.
Teach multidisciplinary students and physician residents and fellows, supporting a positive educational environment.
Precept advanced practitioner students during clinical rotations when assigned.
Contribute to performance improvement in clinical care and outcomes, customer service, operational systems and processes, and safety, as appropriate.
Use the electronic medical record competently, maintain current documentation, and document services appropriately for billing.
Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability.
Perform routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients.
Coordinate patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies as appropriate.
Teach wellness habits and educate patients about prevention and management of health problems, providing relevant information and materials.

Benefits

Robust orientation program for all levels of experience, including new graduates.
Advanced Practitioner Mentorship Program.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Competitive compensation package.
Continuing medical education and certification cost reimbursement.
Fitness and Sports Performance Center memberships.
Malpractice insurance.
Team-based care with dedicated support staff.
Teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development opportunities.
Opportunities for advancement and growth within the network.