Pediatric Neurodevelopment Physician Assistant - PA - (Dual Posted with Job ID 56679)

Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our team in providing specialized care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions. The Thompson Center is a multi-disciplinary center with 15 different clinical subspecialists and is integrated fully with the academic training and research missions of MU. The Center is growing and currently planning for a new, state-of-the-art facility and additional clinical programming.

This position is dual posted with Job ID 56679 (Nurse Practitioner) and only one role will be filled.

Job duties:

•    Diagnose and manage common pediatric conditions and developmental disorders.
•    Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with parents and caregivers
•    Educate families about child development and health maintenance.
•    Provide counseling on behavioral issues and developmental challenges.
•    Conduct thorough physical and developmental assessments for children.
•    Evaluate growth patterns and developmental milestones.
•    Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation of patient encounters.
•    Monitor and document progress in developmental assessments.
•    Share clinical documentation for review by collaborating physician.
•    Work closely with pediatricians, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
•    Maintain open communication with the collaborating physician for patient care.
•    Refer patients to specialists as needed.
•    Advocate for children’s health and development within the community and healthcare settings.
•    Participate in community outreach and education programs.
 

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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