About this Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Pediatrics After Hours - Part-Time - Marietta, GA role at Wellstar Health System
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)Wellstar Medical Group is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Pediatrics After Hours team. This position provides high-quality, patient-centered care to pediatric patients with acute illnesses and minor injuries during evenings, weekends, and holiday hours. The APP will collaborate with pediatricians, clinical staff, and operational leaders to ensure timely access to care while delivering an exceptional patient and family experience.
Position Highlights
After-hours pediatric care setting
Collaborative team of board-certified pediatricians and advanced practice providers
Evaluate and treat acute pediatric illnesses and minor injuries
Utilize evidence-based medicine and clinical protocols
EPIC electronic medical record system
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients presenting with acute illnesses, minor injuries, and urgent medical concerns.
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
Order, interpret, and manage appropriate diagnostic testing and imaging.
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians as appropriate.
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, follow-up care, and preventive health measures.
Identify patients requiring escalation of care and coordinate referrals to emergency departments, specialists, or hospital services when appropriate.
Document encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.
Support a positive patient experience through compassionate, family-centered care.
Required Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Current Georgia APRN licensure or eligibility.
National certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or other applicable certification.
Current DEA registration or eligibility.
Current BLS and PALS certification.
Physician Assistant
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current Georgia Physician Assistant license or eligibility.
NCCPA certification.
Current DEA registration or eligibility.
Current BLS and PALS certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of one to three years of pediatric, pediatric urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care experience.
Experience managing pediatric acute care conditions independently.
Strong communication and patient education skills.
Experience with Epic EMR preferred.
Key Competencies
Clinical decision-making and critical thinking
Pediatric assessment and management
Patient and family-centered care
Team collaboration
Time management and adaptability
Commitment to quality and safety
About Wellstar
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare and advancing the health and well-being of every person we serve. Our providers benefit from a collaborative culture, innovative technology, and opportunities for professional growth throughout the organization.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
