Position Summary/ Department Summary: This Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will work in the Emergency Department on the Boston BCH Main Campus. Key Responsibilities: Assess and manage patients at all acuity levels with medical and/or surgical complaints. Work in collaboration with board certified pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physicians, PEM fellows, PAs and NPs, emergency medicine and pediatrics residents, and medical students. Perform detailed histories and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and develop and execute a wide range of care plans using sound clinical reasoning and critical thinking. Engage in consultations with subspecialty services to aid in patient care. Perform emergency medicine procedures (including but not limited to laceration repairs, incision and drainage, lumbar punctures, joint reductions, splinting, arthrocentesis, removal of nasal/ear foreign bodies, local nerve anesthesia and blocks). Develop discharge care plans with patients and families including prescribing medications and confirming primary care or specialty care follow-up. Work to promote and encourage optimal and realistic patient goals. Communicate with patients and families in a respectful manner leading to compassionate and empathetic care. Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health issues. Assist in the education of medical and physician assistant students rotating in the department. For NPs only: Providing individualized care for patients boarding behavioral health emergencies for up to 12 patients. Attending morning rounds with the ED Psychiatry team and the charge nurse to review and coordinate plans Supporting the nursing staff and the Behavioral Response Team in treating ED patients with acute agitation and unsafe behaviors using both pharmacological and non-pharmacological de-escalation techniques 34.5 hours per week, shifts are rotating Monday through Sunday and include days/evenings/overnights/weekends/holidays. For PAs: will also be responsible for on-call coverage. For NPs: will also be responsible for behavioral health boarder coverage Minimum Qualifications Education A Master of Physician Assistant Studies or Master of Science in Nursing Experience: 1 year of RN experience required (For NPs) ED and/or pediatric NP experience preferred ED and/or pediatric PA experience preferred Licensure/ Certifications: A current license in the state of Massachusetts to practice as a Nurse Practitioner (PNP or FNP) or Physician Assistant MCSR and DEA upon hire
Position Summary/ Department Summary: Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics (40 hours) Key Responsibilities: Comprehensive care of subspecialty team patients on the physical medicine and rehabilitation/Physiatry team Treating new and established patients, interpreting diagnostic imaging, managing pre-op and post-op appointments Coordinating patient care both internal and external to BCH as a core responsibility Role is primarily non-procedural Managing acute and chronic orthopedic conditions that span infancy to young adult age groups. Patient population often includes Cerebral Palsy, and those with limb loss and mobility differences. Clinic coverage could be across all BCH locations including Boston as well as Waltham, Weymouth, Peabody and Needham as needed Working four 10-hour day shifts per week, Monday-Friday with built in administrative time Minimum Qualifications Education : Master’s Degree from a Physician Assistant program or a Master’s Degree in Nursing Experience: Previous experience as a PA/NP in pediatrics, orthopedics or other related area is strongly preferred A strong desire to work in the pediatric orthopedic setting. Ability to work in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, nurses, Advanced Practice Clinicians (APC) and ambulatory staff is essential. Analytical skills to resolve highly complex problems requiring the application of clinical, scientific or technical principles, theories and concepts and in-depth, cross-functional experience-based knowledge. Communication skills to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions, and well-developed writing skills. Licensure/ Certifications: A current license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to practice as a Physician Assistant or as Nurse Practitioner (PNP or FNP) This role offers a competitive sign‑on bonus ranging from $5,000 + based on your experience.
Position Summary/ Department Summary: Nurse Practitioner, Pain Treatment Service- Per Diem Key Responsibilities: Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary team to provide care to children, adolescents and adults chronic pain conditions. Accountability for care of patients with chronic pain conditions including Injections, follow up appoints and phone triage. Working 10-hour days Monday through Fridays including 4 shifts per month Minimum Qualifications Education: A master’s degree in nursing Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in a pediatric setting, ideally with a pediatric intensive care background Excellent critical thinking skills Meticulous attention to detail; strong verbal and written communication skills, and superb collaborative skills Licensure/ Certifications: A current MA NP license: Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner BLS and PALS certification
Position Summary/ Department Summary: Nurse Practitioner, Inpatient Pain Team Key Responsibilities: Providing care to infants, children, adolescents, young adults with pain from acute and chronic illnesses or those weaning sedatives after a recent critical illness in the inpatient setting. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to conduct patient assessments, medical histories, physical exams and develop a plan of care based on the source of pain and patient needs. Facilitating collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team and other consulting services to provide comprehensive care for optimal patient outcomes. Participating in quality and safety initiatives and research. Providing consultation and education to staff members, patients and families as needed on pertinent topics 40 hours per week, less than 50% day/night rotation, 12-hour shifts, with every 4th weekend Minimum Qualifications Education: A Master’s Degree in Nursing Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in a pediatric setting, ideally with a pediatric intensive care background Excellent critical thinking and communication skills are required Licensure/ Certifications: A current MA NP license BLS and PALS certification This role offers a competitive sign‑on bonus ranging from $5,000 to $20,000, based on your experience.
Position Summary/ Department Summary: The Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Boston Children’s Hospital seeks qualified Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners to join our multidisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities: Providing care to infants, children, and adults with critical illness. Collaborating with supervising physicians to conduct patient assessments and medical history, physical exams, and diagnose health and developmental problems. Caring for patients with both acute and chronic disease by managing therapeutic regimens according to approved guidelines. Participating in intensive care unit medical rounds, including the presentation of clinical information and the progress and management of patients. Assisting with establishing a treatment plan and being included in all teaching activities conducted by the MSICU attending staff. Participating in ongoing research in the MSICU and offering expertise as a consultant and educator to other staff. Ability to work full time, 40 hours/week, day/night rotation with every 3rd weekend, 12-hour shifts. Opportunities also available for permanent nights with every 4th weekend rotation. Minimum Qualifications Education: Master of Science in Nursing or Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies Experience: 1 year of critical care experience preferred. Will consider new graduates with previous relevant experience. Solid medical knowledge base for critical care medicine. Critical thinking skills and adaptability. Excellent communication skills and work collaboratively with medical and surgical colleagues, staff, and trainees. Licensure/ Certifications: A current Massachusetts NP or PA license required * This role offers a competitive sign‑on bonus, based on experience, for applicants new to Boston Children's Hospital.
