Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Physician Assistant/Associate
Protouch Staffing · Silverton, OR · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct well-child visits, annual physical examinations, developmental screenings, and preventive care services.
- Diagnose and treat common pediatric illnesses, including ear infections, influenza, respiratory conditions, and other acute health concerns.
- Manage chronic pediatric conditions such as asthma, diabetes, ADHD, and other ongoing medical needs.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans while providing patient and family education.
- Perform and assist with medical procedures, including suturing, catheterization, tube feeding management, sterile procedures, Nexplanon insertion/removal, and infant circumcision.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
- Screen, assess, and manage behavioral and mental health concerns in pediatric patients.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and coordinate referrals to specialty services as needed.
- Utilize EMR/EHR systems to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with active state licensure.
- Minimum one year of experience is required with Pediatrics.
- Current DEA registration.
- BLS/CPR certification.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, pharmacology, and patient management skills.
- Experience providing care to infants, children, and adolescents.