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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.
Approximately 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.
The Role
Responsibilities will include:
Evaluate and manage children with EoE and related gastrointestinal and allergic conditions within a multidisciplinary care model.
Provide follow-up care for children with established pediatric GI diagnoses, including functional abdominal pain, constipation, feeding disorders and other general GI diagnoses are appropriate.
Develop and coordinate treatment plans in collaboration with Gastroenterology, Allergy, Immunology, Nutrition, and other clinical partners.
Provide patient and family education and longitudinal follow-up.
Practice with increasing independence while maintaining close collaboration with physician and APP colleagues.
Help improve access, continuity, and timely specialty care for children and families.
This 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.
Advanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice
Clinical
Provides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice.
Collaborates with other clinicians as part of a specialty team.
Provides health education to patients and families.
Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation.
Ensures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
Leadership
Supports development of best practices and specialty protocols.
Participates in committees and workgroups to enhance patient care.
Provides education to learners and mentors new team members.
Administration
Contributes to clinical quality improvement.
Participates in professional governance through the APP Council.
Participates in team and departmental meetings.
Professional
Adheres to UVA Health ASPIRE values in all professional interactions.
Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty competencies.
Participates in professional development activities.
Please submit a cover letter with your application.
Background 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.
Why UVA Health
UVA 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.
This role offers the opportunity to:
Join an established multidisciplinary GI, Allergy, and EoE program.
Practice across both specialized multidisciplinary care and general pediatric gastroenterology.
Help improve access and continuity for children and families.
Develop clinical autonomy within a collaborative physician and APP team.
Participate in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, education, and professional development.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville 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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
Experience: Department and unit specific.
Licensure: 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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job 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.
The 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. Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA 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.
The 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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