Growing Well Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

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Position Title Growing Well Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank N/A Position Number 0A0961 Department Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness - 273600

Position Summary Information

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. Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Mon-Fri, 8:00-5:00 pm Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No 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.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 07/08/2026 Closing Date 08/12/2026 Open Until Filled No Evaluation of Applications Begins 07/22/2026 Proposed Date of Hire 09/08/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Documents Required/Requested:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Copy of medical license
• Official Transcripts

Search Chair Name Bryan Belcher Search Chair Email belcherba@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55026 Posting Number 201501808P

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Transcript-Undergraduate (Unofficial) - No Password Protected Documents
• Transcript-Graduate (Unofficial) - No Password Protected Documents
• Transcript-Doctoral (Unofficial) - No Password Protected Documents
• License/Certification

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References with Contact Information