Otolaryngology Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary: We invite a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Otolaryngology division, providing care for our pediatric patients. This role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive outpatient care for routine and complex ENT conditions. The successful candidate will also perform minor in-office procedures and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered clinical environment. SSM Health SLUCare Physician Group is an academic medical practice with more than 600 health care providers in hospitals and medical offices throughout the St. Louis region. Our physicians are among the most highly trained in their fields: more than 50 specialties in all. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with a broad range of otolaryngologic needs. Perform minor procedures in the office setting with proficiency and care. Provide care across multiple clinic locations, with willingness to travel to up to three sites on varying days. Maintain a full outpatient clinic schedule during standard business hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM), with no inpatient duties or on-call responsibilities. Education: Graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing Experience: 1 year experience as a nurse practitioner or 2 years registered nurse experience in an acute care setting Experience preferred; however, new graduates will be considered depending on background and experience. Required Professional License and/or Certifications Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) AND Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration or Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State AND Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration AND Certified Nurse Practitioner - Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (CPNP-AC), or Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (CPNP-PC), or Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (PPCNP-BC) or Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) AND Demonstrated experience in comprehensive ENT clinical care for pediatrics, preferably with a surgical background. Exemplary interpersonal skills, characterized by patience, approachability, and professionalism. Work Culture: Join a close-knit and respectful team that values collaboration and continuity, reflected in our low turnover and supportive environment. This role offers a balanced outpatient schedule designed to foster professional growth and work-life harmony. Hospital Description: Located in St. Louis, MO, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital is a not-for-profit ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country. We care for children and teenagers of all ages, from the St. Louis surrounding area, Illinois, and across the country. As an award-winning pediatric hospital, we are committed to compassionate, quality care. We offer the following: State-of-the-art clinical facilities like our Level IV NICU and our Level I Pediatric Emergency & Trauma Center More than 200 specialists regarded as some of the leading pediatric experts in the country More than 60 services offered including emergency care, cardiology, neonatology, gastroenterology, and cancer care for kids Over 195 beds caring for patients ranging from 0 - 21 years of age Community Description: Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here. SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit