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Job description
UVA Health Children's is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join Pediatric Gastroenterology, Allergy, and Immunology. This newly created position will expand access and continuity for children with eosinophilic and gastrointestinal conditions while supporting general pediatric gastroenterology care.
nApproximately 50% of the APP's clinical practice will support the multidisciplinary GI, Allergy, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) program, working alongside physicians, APPs, nutritionists, and other interdisciplinary team members. The remaining 50% will focus on general pediatric GI care. This is a Monday-Friday, clinic-based position.
nThe Role
nResponsibilities will include:
nnnEvaluate and manage children with EoE and related gastrointestinal and allergic conditions within a multidisciplinary care model.
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nnProvide follow-up care for children with established pediatric GI diagnoses, including functional abdominal pain, constipation, feeding disorders and other general GI diagnoses are appropriate.
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nnDevelop and coordinate treatment plans in collaboration with Gastroenterology, Allergy, Immunology, Nutrition, and other clinical partners.
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nnProvide patient and family education and longitudinal follow-up.
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nnPractice with increasing independence while maintaining close collaboration with physician and APP colleagues.
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nnHelp improve access, continuity, and timely specialty care for children and families.
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n nThis position is well suited for an APP with a strong pediatric clinical foundation who enjoys multidisciplinary care, complex problem-solving, and developing longitudinal relationships with children and families.
nAdvanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice
nClinical
nnnProvides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice.
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nnCollaborates with other clinicians as part of a specialty team.
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nnProvides health education to patients and families.
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nnMaintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation.
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nnEnsures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
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n nLeadership
nnnSupports development of best practices and specialty protocols.
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nnParticipates in committees and workgroups to enhance patient care.
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nnProvides education to learners and mentors new team members.
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n nAdministration
nnnContributes to clinical quality improvement.
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nnParticipates in professional governance through the APP Council.
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nnParticipates in team and departmental meetings.
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n nProfessional
nnnAdheres to UVA Health ASPIRE values in all professional interactions.
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nnMaintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty competencies.
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nnParticipates in professional development activities.
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n nPlease submit a cover letter with your application.
nBackground checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
n nWhy UVA Health
nUVA Health Children's provides an integrated academic environment where APPs work alongside pediatric specialists and interdisciplinary teams caring for children with both common and complex conditions.
nThis role offers the opportunity to:
nnnJoin an established multidisciplinary GI, Allergy, and EoE program.
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nnPractice across both specialized multidisciplinary care and general pediatric gastroenterology.
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nnHelp improve access and continuity for children and families.
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nnDevelop clinical autonomy within a collaborative physician and APP team.
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nnParticipate in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, education, and professional development.
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n nRelocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
nLiving in Charlottesville
nCharlottesville combines the resources of a university community with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding Virginia countryside. The area offers restaurants, arts and music, farmers markets, outdoor recreation, and a range of city and surrounding-county living options.
nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
nEducation: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
nExperience: Department and unit specific.
nLicensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
nPHYSICAL DEMANDS
nJob requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
nThe pay range for this role is $116,123.00 - $171,163.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
nBenefits
nnnComprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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nnPaid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
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nnHealth Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
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nnCertification and education support
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nnGenerous Paid Time Off
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n nUVA Health ( is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide ( rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's ( is named by U.S. News & World Report ( as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
nThe University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment ( .
Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
Who can apply
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