Advanced Practice Provider - Orthopedics
About the role
Seattle Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated and versatile Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our world-class Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team. In this role, you will serve as the lead clinical decision-maker, assuming primary responsibility for the acute management of pediatric musculoskeletal injuries. You will provide expert, front-line care for patients requiring immediate intervention—bridging the gap between injury and recovery without the need for an ER visit.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct care and assume primary responsibility for clinical management in the urgent care.
Assess and treat patients, obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, order/interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
Partner with department attending physicians, specialists, and other health care team members to deliver safe, high-quality care.
Direct or participate in case management and continuing care to ensure seamless patient transitions.
Contribute to departmental quality improvement projects and participate in education and research efforts for patients, families, and the medical team.
About the Department
Seattle Children's Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is one of the most comprehensive programs in the country. Our team specializes in everything from fracture care and sports injuries to complex conditions like scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and limb differences. We are an academic medical center dedicated to "Hope. Care. Cure." and are ranked among the best children's hospitals in the nation.
Required Education and Experience
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 work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area.
Required Credentials
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.
Physician Assistants: Active, unencumbered physician assistant licensure in the State of Washington. Initial certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Preferred
Two years experience in advanced practice provider role.
Two years experience in pediatric health care.
Compensation Range
$137,321 - $201,961 per year
Benefits Information
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 www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our Commitment
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.