Advanced Practice Provider - Autism

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our South Clinic multidisciplinary team focused on the care of children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. This role involves independent and collaborative clinical responsibilities, including diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, care coordination, and ongoing management of pediatric patients in a supportive, family-centered environment.

• Provide comprehensive direct care for pediatric patients with ASD and developmental disabilities, including assessment, diagnosis, and clinical management.
• Obtain detailed medical and developmental histories; perform physical and behavioral health examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and developmental screenings.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management when appropriate.
• Collaborate and consult with attending psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare team members.
• Support and contribute to departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Provide education and guidance to families and caregivers throughout the continuum of care.
• Participate in research and education initiatives relevant to pediatric developmental and behavioral health, as appropriate.

Anticipated work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Learn more about the Seattle Children's South Clinic:
Seattle Children’s South Clinic, 800 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104.

• Master's degree in nursing with a concentration in a pediatric or family nurse practitioner program OR graduate of a nationally accredited physician assistant program.
• One year of work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area.

• For Nurse Practitioners: Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Washington; current national certification as a pediatric or family nurse practitioner.
• For Physician Assistants: Active, unencumbered physician assistant licensure in the State of Washington; initial certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• For all providers:
  Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration; current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals;
  American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) acceptable in lieu of BLS; active clinical privileges as an Allied Health Provider at Seattle Children’s Hospital must be secured prior to time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

• Two years experience in advanced practice provider role.
• Two years experience in pediatric health care.

$144,449 - $212,444 per year

This position is eligible for relocation for qualified candidates.

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website.

Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an affirmative action employer.