Pediatric Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Overview

PM Pediatric Care is the largest pediatric urgent care network in the country. Founded by Pediatric Emergency Physicians, we provide a top‑quality, convenient, and accessible alternative to the emergency department for children and young adults. Our care model mirrors the emergency department experience within a private practice setting, complete with on‑site x‑ray and laboratory services, specialty consultation support, and a diverse high‑acuity case mix.

We offer a supportive work environment with comprehensive individualized learning programs for pediatric advanced practice providers, including procedural training, radiology interpretation, evidence‑based approaches to illness/injury, and mentorship.

Flexible scheduling supports work–life balance with no overnight shifts. A range of roles are available, offering flexible schedules from 12 to 36 hours per week (part‑time/full‑time).

Under the guidance of local clinical leaders, APPs evaluate and provide evidence‑based treatment to pediatric patients in an urgent care setting.

Responsibilities include:

- Provide expert assessment and treatment of acute injuries and illnesses for both in‑person and telemedicine patients, including management of febrile infant/child, ear/nose/throat infections, pediatric abdominal pain, anaphylaxis, procedural anxiolysis, respiratory distress, croup, and asthma.
- Perform common urgent care procedures such as abscess drainage, foreign body removal, and laceration repair with sutures, staples, and dermal adhesive.
- Obtain and provide preliminary interpretation of radiographs with radiologist over‑reads (only in applicable states).
- Oversee daily operations and patient flow for both in‑person and telemedicine visits, supervising other providers, staff, and trainees on shift.
- Ensure efficient operations by adhering to established policies and procedures and proactively reporting required changes to management.
- Collaborate with on‑site and telemedicine teams to assure completion of daily tasks, including lab and radiology result review, 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 ensuring compliance with legal regulations.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Update knowledge and skills through internal training, continuing education, professional publications, and professional organization participation.
- Actively contribute to service recovery efforts by assisting staff and patients with complaints.
- Focus on efficiency metrics to improve in‑person and telemedicine urgent care flow, antibiotic stewardship, and patient experience.

• Pediatric experience required;
  Pediatric ER, General Pediatrics, or Urgent Care Experience preferred.
• Active ANCC Board Certification or NCCPA Certification.
• Active RN (if applicable) and NP/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 required.
• Minimum 2 years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an APP (outside of rotations) or at least 1 year in urgent care or emergency medicine.
• Ability to think critically, multitask, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with EMR (eCW experience preferred).
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverbally.

$105,000 - $170,000. The salary/rate range listed here is provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary/rate for this role. Actual salaries/rates may vary within this range, depending on experience and location. We consider each individual’s experience and qualifications when determining compensation.

PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.