Pediatric Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

PM Pediatrics • Annapolis, MD

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About The Position

PM Pediatric Care is hiring advanced practice providers with significant pediatric or urgent care/emergency room experience to deliver evidence-based care to pediatric patients in urgent care. Under the guidance of local clinical leaders, providers evaluate and treat patients in person and through telemedicine. The care model includes on-site x-ray and laboratory services, specialty consultation support, and a diverse, high-acuity case mix. Training and individualized learning programs are provided, including procedural training, radiology interpretation, evidence-based care, and mentorship. Roles offer flexible schedules from 12 to 36 hours per week, with no overnight shifts. Positions may be part-time or full-time.

Providers also oversee daily operations and patient flow, collaborate with on-site and telemedicine teams, uphold safety and quality standards, protect confidential patient information, contribute to service recovery, and help improve operational efficiency and patient experience. Compensation is listed as $105,000–$170,000; actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Requirements

• Active ANCC board certification or NCCPA certification.
• Active RN license, if applicable, and NP or PA state license for each state where treating patients.
• Master of Science in Nursing or doctoral degree in Nursing, or Master of Physician Assistant Studies.
• At least 2 years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an advanced practice provider, excluding rotations, or at least 1 year of urgent care or emergency medicine experience.
• Ability to think critically, multitask, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with an electronic medical record system.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and nonverbally.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric emergency room, general pediatrics, or urgent care experience is preferred.
• Experience with eCW is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide evidence-based treatment for acute pediatric injuries and illnesses in person and through telemedicine, including conditions such as febrile illness, infections, abdominal pain, anaphylaxis, respiratory distress, croup, and asthma.
• Perform common urgent care procedures, including abscess drainage, foreign body removal, and laceration repair using sutures, staples, or dermal adhesive.
• Obtain and preliminarily interpret radiographs, with radiologist over-reads where applicable.
• Oversee daily operations and patient flow for in-person and telemedicine visits, including oversight of providers, staff, and trainees on shift.
• Follow established policies and procedures and proactively report needed changes to the management team.
• Collaborate with on-site and telemedicine teams to complete daily tasks, including reviewing laboratory and radiology results, patient follow-up, and timely responses to patient calls and questions.
• Promote a safe, secure, equitable, and healthy work environment by enforcing safety protocols, upholding quality standards, and complying with legal regulations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Keep knowledge and skills current through internal training, continuing education, professional publications, and participation in professional organizations.
• Assist staff and patients with complaints as part of service recovery efforts.
• Focus on efficiency metrics to improve in-person and telemedicine patient flow, antibiotic stewardship, and patient experience.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
• No overnight shifts.
• Individualized learning programs, procedural training, radiology interpretation training, evidence-based training, and mentorship.
• Continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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