Pediatric Physician Assistant Or Nurse Practitioner - Fergus Falls (78046)

Lake Region Healthcare Corp.

  • Carlisle, MN
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role is designed for an APP who thrives in a collaborative environment, provides independent clinical care within scope, and serves as an extension of the physician team to improve patient flow, same-day access, and overall clinic efficiency. The Pediatric Physician Extender (NP or PA) works closely with supervising pediatricians to expand access, enhance continuity, and support high-quality care for infants, children, and adolescents.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCarlisle, MN

    Description

    The Pediatric Physician Extender (NP or PA) works closely with supervising pediatricians to expand access, enhance continuity, and support high-quality care for infants, children, and adolescents. This role is designed for an APP who thrives in a collaborative environment, provides independent clinical care within scope, and serves as an extension of the physician team to improve patient flow, same-day access, and overall clinic efficiency.

    POSITION DETAILS:

    • Partner with pediatric physicians to manage daily patient flow, triage needs, and support timely access to care
    • Conduct well-child exams, acute visits, follow-ups, and chronic disease management under a collaborative practice agreement
    • Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, point-of-care testing) and communicate results to families
    • Provide anticipatory guidance, education, and care coordination to support families in managing developmental, behavioral, and preventive health needs
    • Support physicians with inbox management, medication refills, care coordination tasks, and follow-up communication as appropriate
    • Document all encounters accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record
    • Participate in quality initiatives, care-team huddles, and workflow improvements to optimize pediatric access and experience