Job Summary
The role of the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Neonatology involves providing specialized care for newborn patients within the University Medical Associates (UMA) framework. The professional will engage in thorough assessments and implement treatment strategies, ensuring optimal outcomes for neonates in a clinical setting located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations on neonatal patients.
- Order and interpret radiological and laboratory tests.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic skills to inform treatment plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive care.
- Monitor neonates’ health status and adjust care protocols as necessary.
- Educate families on neonatal care practices and health management.
Qualifications
- Current certification as either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant.
- Specialization or experience in neonatal care is strongly preferred.
- Ability to perform advanced clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with patients’ families and healthcare teams.
- Active license to practice in the state of South Carolina.
Medical University of South Carolina provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
