Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Pediatric Psychology & Developmental Medicine

Position Description:
Position Purpose

Advanced Practice Nurse

Provides primary or specialty health care services within defined scope of practice in collaboration with a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures.

Physician Assistant

Provides primary or specialty medical care within defined scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures.

Department Position Purpose

This position is to support the Center for Child Development, Autism program, and International Adoption Clinic. Will independently perform comprehensive developmental evaluations and medication monitoring visits under supervision and in collaboration with the medical faculty. Works collaboratively with psychologists, speech and language pathologists, and others to implement care plans.

Core Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial status.

Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.

Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.

Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.

Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.

Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.

Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.

Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.

Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Department Specific Responsibilities

1. Working independently and with the provider team, perform developmental evaluations and implement plans of care for patients with developmental issues, such as ADHD, anxiety, autism, language disorders, learning difficulties, and cognitive delays. Coordinate care with school and other community providers, incorporating diverse social situations into treatment approach. Advocate for patients and teach caregivers advocacy methods.

2. Participate in weekly patient intake and provider team meetings.

3. Develop, maintain and implement patient education materials.

4. May supervise NP/PA students and educate residents and other learners observing in clinic.

5. Research and community outreach are encouraged. May present at conferences and parent groups.   Participate in professional development activities. May serve on departmental or hospital committees or workgroups.

6. Actively participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

7. Remain updated on current practice and medications used in treatment. Incorporate current research into clinical practice.

Preferred Schedule:

Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.

Position Requirements:
Minimum Education: 

Advanced Practice Nurse

Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing

Physician Assistant

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Prior Experience: 

Zero years of experienced required

Certifications / Licenses (Must be current and maintained)

Advanced Practice Nurse

• Wisconsin RN license
• Wisconsin Advance Practice Nurse Prescriber License
• Certification as Advance Practice Nurse

Physician Assistant

• Wisconsin PA license
• Certification by NCCPA

Department Specific Certifications / Licenses

• Prefer specialty focus in Pediatrics or Family Practice
• Experience and/or training in pediatric psychiatry preferred

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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