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The primary goal of this position is to facilitate the safe transition to home for premature and medically complex infants and coordinate effective follow-up post-NICU discharge, including the coordinated outpatient management of home oxygen and home gavage feeds
About our division:
The UMass Memorial Health Children’s Medical Center (CMC) is Central Massachusetts’ primary provider of general and specialty pediatric services. The CMC houses the region’s only Pediatric ICU, Level III NICU, Pediatric Level 1 Trauma center, hospitalist-led pediatric inpatient services, a pediatric sedation service, a designated pediatric emergency department, and over 20 pediatric specialty services with a focus on high quality care, education, and academic excellence. We are very focused on our anchor mission for the children and families in this community.
Visit our website to learn more about the UMass Memorial Health Children’s Medical Center.
Position Summary:
The primary goal of this position is to facilitate the safe transition to home for premature and medically complex infants and coordinate effective follow-up post-NICU discharge, including the coordinated outpatient management of home oxygen and home gavage feeds.
The ideal candidate:
Conducts comprehensive health assessments, demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill in diagnosing and treating morbidities of prematurityFormulates clinical decisions to manage acute and chronic illnesses and promote wellnessDemonstrates leadership and initiative to ensure follow-through to address patient-specific needsUtilizes and integrates clinical-based medicine to facilitate protocol development and integration. Participates in research and education to best care for medically complex infantsEffectively engages in collegial relationships with nursing peers, physicians, professionals, and others who strive to enhance the healthcare for premature and medically complex infantsProvides health care in accordance with standards of practice as delineated by state practice guidelines and national board certification organizations.Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
A Bachelor’s degree and Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.Current Massachusetts license, issued by the Physician Assistant Board, and current NCCPA certificationA Master’s degree and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Board Certification by the National Certification Corporation.Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.Strong commitment to serving underserved communities, equitable family-centered care, and diversity and inclusion.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.Experience with research, quality improvement, and program development and coordination is preferred.Why UMass:Centrally located in Massachusetts, UMass is the premier health care system in the region, noted for our academic excellence and leading cutting-edge research.Many of our physicians are both clinicians of UMass Memorial Health and faculty of UMass Chan Medical School. As such, we serve as the bridge between both institutions, working collaboratively as physicians and researchers from different specialties and areas of expertise.All of us are continuously learning, therefore we prioritize physician professional development to invest in the growth of our doctors. As a Lean organization, UMass Memorial Health is committed to constant innovation.Each one of us contributes to shaping a culture that promotes kindness, respect, tolerance, partnerships and inclusivity.How to apply:
Should you have any questions regarding the position or any complications submitting an application with us, please feel free to reach out to Kimberly Levasseur at Kimberly.Levasseur@umassmemorial.org or 508-688-4543
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
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