Primary Purpose
Growing Well is an expansive and nurturing umbrella of programs designed to foster the holistic development of youth and families. Committed to creating a supportive environment for children in the High Country, Growing Well encompasses a range of empowering initiatives that inspire growth, resilience, and well-being. This role will serve as the full time medical provider for the Growing Well Clinic.
Minimum Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner or pediatric (PNP or PA).
License/Certification Required
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant in the state of North Carolina
Preferred Qualifications
At least 1 year of experience in developmental pediatrics
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide direct medical care based on Growing Well guidelines and protocols
- Provide leadership for developmental screenings, assessments, and treatment planning and support and guide allied health providers involved in the care of children with or at risk for developmental delays.
- Oversee the high-risk infant follow-up program, ensuring timely developmental monitoring and intervention referrals.
- Ensure the use of evidence-based tools for screening and diagnosing autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and other developmental conditions.
- Collaborate with therapists, family navigators, students, and social workers to ensure cohesive, family-centered care.
- Work with the Medical Director to maintain clinical protocols and quality standards for developmental services.
- Participate in strategic planning to expand and improve program offerings.
- Maintain knowledge in evidence based practices related to Growing Well Clinic Protocols
- Provide training and share resources to other professionals or programs as part of a potential state wide expansion of Growing Well
- Lead case conferences
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Work Schedule/Hours
Mon-Fri, 8:00-5:00 pm
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Suggested Salary Range
Up to $125,000
Physical Demands of Position
- Light work. Exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, & or up to 10 lbs of force freq &or a trivial amount of force constantly to move objects.
- Light work of use of arm & or leg controls require exertion greater than sedentary and required to sit most of the time.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
