advanced practice provider

Job Description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

Harborview Medical Center's (HMC) Pediatrics clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time FNP, Family Nurse Practitioner; or PA-C, Physician Assistant.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Day shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Pediatric Clinic at Harborview offers a wide range of services including primary care, well-child visits and developmental screenings, breastfeeding support, confidential teen services, and mental health services. Same-day appointments are available for sick kids, and an after-hours nurse phone line is available when you need immediate care assistance. Many of our services are available via telehealth (video visits) to save you time and reduce the need to bring your child into the clinic.

The Pediatric Clinic at Harborview was named the first Center of Excellence in Foster Care in Washington. Our pediatric team provides trauma informed care and ensures timely access to care for children in foster and kinship care, in coordination with Apple Health Core Connections and Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF).

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Conveniently located near public transportation

• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate, and family-centered care to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults

• Work collaboratively with attending physicians, residents, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams in the outpatient pediatric setting, including the Pediatric Clinic

• Function independently and in collaboration with the care team to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide variety of pediatric conditions

• Act as a clinician, consultant, educator, and advocate for patients and their families, while supporting the mission of Harborview to serve vulnerable populations and provide equitable care

• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical exams

• Diagnose and manage common and complex pediatric medical conditions

• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and imaging

• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions

• Provide anticipatory guidance, education, and support to patients and families

• Coordinate care with subspecialists, therapists, and community services

• Document all care clearly, accurately, and in a timely fashion in EPIC

• Collaboration and Communication

• Educate patients, families, learners, and nursing staff as needed

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice

REQUIREMENTS
Family Nurse Practitioner:
Master's Degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing
AND Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License with prescriptive privileges
AND National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
AND ACLS certification.

OR

Family Nurse Practitioner:
Master's Degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing
AND Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License with prescriptive privileges
AND National certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
AND ACLS certification.

OR

Physician Assistant:
Licensure as a Physician's Assistant in the State of Washington with national certification from a national certifying body (NCCPA).
Applicant must be eligible to receive hospital staff appointments for adjunct staff membership by the Organized Medial Staff of the hospital under Medical Staff By-Laws for hospital-based positions.
AND ACLS certification

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine.  It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County.  It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. 

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. 

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$121,392.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$189,876.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC PA-ARNP

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or  

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. 

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