Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their growing Pediatric Trauma Surgery team. Levine Children’s Hospital is the only designated level 1 pediatric trauma center in the Charlotte region and the largest children's hospital between Atlanta and Washington, DC. This is a nocturnist position with shifts from 7p-7a, including rotating weekends and holidays.
The successful candidate should be able to perform a thorough history and physical assessment, evaluate, assess, implement plans, and monitor other co-morbid medical conditions secondary to critical illness and injury. The candidate should work closely with our trauma surgeons and critical care teams to solve complex clinical cases. The APP will perform a variety of surgical procedures, including chest tube placement, placement of central and arterial lines, laceration repairs, and I&D, after privileging by Medical Staff.
The APP will manage admitted pediatric trauma patients, attend pediatric trauma codes in the Peds ED with trauma attendings, and admit to the floor or ICU as clinically indicated, perform procedures, and assist in the OR.
Position Description:
- Shift based model
- Pediatric trauma coverage: 24/7/365
- Nocturnal shift: 1900-0700
- Every third weekend, rotating holidays
- Teaching opportunities with residents and/or APP Fellows
Education, Experience and Certifications:
- Must have or be eligible for a DEA license.
- Approved to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state one works.
- Eligible for prescriptive authority application through the Board of Nursing or Medical Board in NC required.
- BLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required with expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice.
- Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize and make proactive decisions.
- Current PALS and ATLS preferred.
Physician Assistant:
- Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required, master’s degree preferred.
- Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred.
- 1 Year experience required.
When you join Atrium Health, you will be welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. Practice where your voice is valued, your passion for advancing medicine is rewarded, and you get the resources and support you need to thrive personally and professionally.
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