Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) - Orthopedics

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children’s?

Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc. (2025)
• 4 locations ranked on S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Winner of 12 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2024)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children’s Northern California

Shriners Children’s Northern California is proud to be nationally ranked as a leader in pediatric orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, in partnership with UC Davis Children’s Hospital. As an ACS-verified Level I Children’s Surgery Center, we are committed to providing world-class care in a family-centered environment. Our 80 bed inpatient facility specializes in orthopedics, rehabilitation, burns, pediatric surgery and cleft lip and palate services, transforming the lives of thousands of children every year from around the world.Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to innovation, collaboration and making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and their families. We have 260 employees onsite and serve almost 29,500 patients a year in our out-patient clinic alone. At Shriners Children’s Northern California, you’ll find a supportive community, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to life-changing work every day.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
• Relocation assistance
• School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.

All employees are eligible to receive medical, vision and dental coverage starting on their first day. Other benefit elections may vary based on eligibility and location.

Job Overview

Shriners Children's Northern California is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our dedicated, mission-driven team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment, supporting our Spine Program by providing comprehensive care to pediatric patients with spinal conditions including scoliosis, kyphosis, and other spinal deformities. Working collaboratively with our orthopedic surgeons, nurses, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams, the APP will support outpatient management to ensure seamless, high-quality care for patients and families.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, days, with no night, weekend, holiday, or call expectations. The pay range for this position is $162,936-$230,028. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant clinical experience and departmental equity. 

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, physical examinations, and detailed spine evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the spine team.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including education and counseling for patients and families.
• Conduct independent and tandem clinics under physician supervision as appropriate.
• Coordinate care among disciplines to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to program development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and clinical research as interested.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

Qualifications

Education

If Physician Assistant:

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (or equivalent degree) from an accredited Physician Assistant program

If Nurse Practitioner:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Experience

• 2+ years of clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting preferred. New graduates will also be considered based on clinical experience.
• Experience with pediatric orthopedic patient populations preferred

Certification and Licensures

If Physician Assistant:

• Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

If Nurse Practitioner:

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice
• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or equivalent board certification in applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC, CPNP-PC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Both:

• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment
• Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
• Proficient in EHR systems (Epic) and clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.