Description

Central California Faculty Medical Group (CCFMG), affiliated with the UCSF Fresno, has a position available for a full time licensed Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Physician Assistant in the Division of Child Neurology.

The select applicant will work with Child Neurologists and an excellent Child Neurology team to care for patients with neurological conditions including headaches, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, neurodegenerative problems, and neurodevelopmental disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, mental retardation, autism, and ADHD. The position entails mostly outpatient clinical responsibility but may include inpatient responsibilities and after-hours call coverage. There are opportunities for the select applicant to be a coordinator of specialized child Neurology clinics and also be involved with clinical research.

The position is based in Fresno, California, where residents enjoy a high standard of living combined with a low cost of living. The result is a quality of life uniquely Californian, yet surprisingly affordable. Limitless recreational opportunities and spectacular scenery is all accessible in a community with abundant affordable housing. While there is much to see and do in Fresno, the city is ideally located for fast, convenient getaways to the majestic Sierra (just 90 minutes away) as well as the scenic Central Coast, just two and one-half hours away. Fresno is the only major city in the country with close proximity to three national parks, including renowned Yosemite National Park.

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

The range listed is exclusively for base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual compensation may be adjusted for experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors. Actual compensation may also vary based on additional services, including call coverage, administrative services, performance bonus, and/or productivity.

Requirements

• At least 2-years of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Physician Assistant experience and National Certification required
• California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license must be obtained prior to hire
• Ideal candidates will have a track record of expertise in symptom management, complex communication, shared decision making, and collaborative provision of education to patients with a variety of life-limiting illnesses and their families