NP or PA, Pediatric Endocrinology outpatient and inpatient

Position: NP or PA, Pediatric Endocrinology (full-time, outpatient and inpatient)
Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Pediatric Endocrinology

Memorial Care Medical Group

Practice Location

Cherese Mari Laulhere Children's Village

Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach / Memorial Care Long Beach Medical Center Campus

Long Beach, California

Position Summary

Memorial Care Medical Group is seeking a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Pediatric Endocrinology to provide high-quality, family-centered care in a community-based pediatric specialty practice. This position is based at the Cherese Mari Laulhere Children's Village at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach, located on the campus of Memorial Care Long Beach Medical Center. Working collaboratively with pediatric endocrinologists and an interdisciplinary care team, the NP or PA will play a key role in improving access to pediatric specialty care, supporting chronic disease management, and delivering culturally responsive care to a diverse patient population.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care

* Perform comprehensive assessments of pediatric endocrinology patients, including medical history, physical examinations, growth and development evaluations, and ongoing clinical monitoring

* Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, disorders of puberty, and related conditions

* Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising pediatric endocrinologists

* Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and diagnostic studies

* Prescribe medications, therapies, and medical devices in accordance with scope of practice, licensure, and California regulations

* Provide follow-up care and long-term management for chronic endocrine conditions

Patient & Family Education

* Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and disease self-management

* Provide education and support related to pediatric diabetes care, including insulin therapy, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), as applicable

* Address health literacy, cultural considerations, and social factors impacting care adherence and outcomes

Collaboration & Care Coordination

* Collaborate with pediatric endocrinologists, nursing staff, diabetes educators, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members

* Coordinate care with primary care providers, referring physicians, and community resources

* Support continuity of care across outpatient and inpatient settings as needed

Documentation & Compliance

* Document patient care accurately, thoroughly, and timely in the electronic health record (EHR)

* Comply with Memorial Care Medical Group policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements

* Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, access, and clinical outcomes

Professional Practice

* Maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education

* Remain current with best practices and clinical standards in pediatric endocrinology

* Participate in department meetings and service-related initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

Required

* Minimum of two years of pediatric endocrinology experience with complex patients

* Experience managing pediatric diabetes, including insulin pumps and CGM technology

* NPs must be able to meet the Requirements for Nurse Practitioners in California Children's Services Special Care Centers

* PAs must be able to meet the Requirements for Certified Physician Assistants in California Children's Services Special Care Centers

* Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

* Current, unrestricted California NP or PA license (or eligible)

* National board certification (CPNP, FNP-C, or PA‑C)

* DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)

* Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred

* Bilingual skills reflective of the communities served

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements

* Outpatient pediatric specialty clinic environment at The Children's Village

* Includes inpatient rounding and hospital discharges at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

* Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard clinical equipment throughout the workday

* Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds

Schedule

* Full-time, Monday through Friday

* Primarily weekday clinic hours as well as hospital rounding

Compensation & Benefits

* Competitive compensation through Memorial Care Medical Group, based on experience and qualifications

* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and CME allowance