What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner position at Wheatfield Pediatrics?
Company Overview
Wheatfield Pediatrics is a well-established, family-friendly pediatric practice that has strong ties to our local community. We are seeking a certified Mid-Level Provider (PA or NP) to join our pediatric primary care team. This role is well suited to a clinician who enjoys caring for children of all ages, partnering with families and caregivers, and delivering comprehensive care in a collaborative clinical setting.
Overview
We are seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide thoughtful, evidence-informed care for pediatric patients. The role includes patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and clear communication with families and healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality primary care to infants, children and adolescents through age 21.
Conduct well-child visits, routine physical examinations, and developmental assessments.
Evaluate, diagnose and treat common pediatric illnesses and injuries.
Follow the practices’ evidence-based guidelines, immunizations, and age appropriate health screenings.
Order labs, imaging, and therapies as needed. Linkage with subspecialists as needed.
Educate parents and caregivers about nutrition, growth, development, illness prevention and medication usage.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records.
Maintain excellent communication skills, confidentiality, and work well with children of all ages, and their parents/legal guardians.
Collaborate with physicians, behavioral health specialists, and the extended care team.
Working in a fast-paced, team-based setting.
On-call for the practice one weeknight per week and every 4-5th weekend. We utilize a night call service for overnight after 10:00 pm.
Performing other work-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner credentials and licensed to practice in New York State.
- Pediatric patient care experience preferred; primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, hospital, or acute care experience is also relevant.
- Knowledge of pediatrics, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, healthcare diagnosis, and medical treatment.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems experience is useful. Experience with MEDENT EMR is a plus. Accurate medical records, data collection, and ICD-10 or CPT coding knowledge are valued.
- Basic life support (BLS) certification is required. Skills such as triage, suturing, injection administration, phlebotomy, and medication administration are beneficial.
Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $47 - $55