Practitioner in Residence Department of Public Health - Well Medical Director

Practitioner in Residence, Department of Public Health – Growing Well Medical Director

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• Position Title: Practitioner in Residence, Department of Public Health – Growing Well Medical Director
• Tenure Status: Non‑Tenure Track
• Rank: Practitioner in Residence
• Position Number: 0A0781
• VISA Sponsorship: Available (all candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.)
• Working
  
  Location:
  
  Boone, NC
• Department: Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness (App Well)
• Tenure Type: Full Time, 1.00 appointment, 12‑Month, Leave‑Earning

App Well connects Appalachian State University to the community by supporting health and wellness research, interprofessional clinics, and community outreach programs. The institute partners with the community to better prepare students to become exceptional practitioners who will continue to address health issues and disparities throughout the region and beyond. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./.

Department of Public Health is currently accredited as a standalone Baccalaureate program by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and is seeking accreditation for its new MPH program. The department supports 10 faculty and approximately 140 undergraduate and 37 graduate students, and maintains strong relationships with regional health providers and public health agencies.

Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) transforms the health and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities through inclusive practices and interprofessional collaboration. BCHS supports over 3,400 students in nine undergraduate and nine graduate degree programs, and collaborates with the Wake Forest School of Medicine’s Physician Assistant Program and other regional agencies. Learn more at .edu
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The Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness seeks a Practitioner in Residence (Department of Public Health) and Medical Director for its new Growing Well Development Clinic. The role provides clinical leadership, strategic oversight, supervision of allied health professionals, and operational guidance for the clinic.

• Lead case conferences and clinical teaching/oversight.
• Serve as mentor for Social Work, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, and Public Health students.
• Provide leadership for developmental screenings, assessments, and treatment planning.
• Provide direct medical care and supervise advanced practice and allied health providers involved in care of children with or at risk for developmental delays.
• Oversee the high‑risk infant follow‑up program, ensuring timely developmental monitoring and intervention referrals.
• Ensure the use of evidence‑based tools for screening and diagnosing autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and other developmental conditions.
• Collaborate with therapists, family navigators, students, and social workers to ensure cohesive, family‑centered care.
• Develop and maintain clinical protocols and quality standards for developmental services.
• Participate in strategic planning to expand and improve program offerings.
• Serve as a liaison with community organizations, healthcare providers, and early intervention programs.
• Provide education and training to staff on developmental pediatrics and emerging best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.

• MD or DO with board certification in Pediatrics (Developmental‑Behavioral Pediatrics, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, or General Pediatrics with relevant experience preferred)
• Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in developmental pediatrics or a related field