Advanced Practice Provider – Ambulatory Psychiatry

Seattle Children's

Advanced Practice Provider providing comprehensive clinical management for pediatric psychiatry at Seattle Children's. Blending telehealth and in-person care across clinics in Washington.

Posted 7/21/2026part-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $86,669 - $127,466 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pediatric psychiatry, including patient evaluation, medication management, and evidence-based treatment planning. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and participates in continuous performance improvement initiatives.

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Pediatric PsychiatryClinical ProviderEvidence-Based Treatment PlansActive Registered Nurse LicensureNational Certification as Nurse Practitioner

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationDiagnostic TestingMedication PrescriptionCase ManagementFamily Education

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationTeaching

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerActive Drug Enforcement Authority RegistrationAmerican Heart Association Basic Life SupportAmerican Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life SupportInitial Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Industry Keywords

Pediatric Behavioral HealthcareContinuous Performance ImprovementInterprofessional TeamsFamily-Centered CareClinical Privileges

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a primary clinical provider for pediatric psychiatry patients.
Obtain histories, perform appropriate physical evaluations, order and interpret diagnostic testing, prescribe medications, and design evidence-based treatment plans.
Direct and participate in case management and continuing care to ensure seamless transitions for patients and families across care settings.
Partner closely with attending physicians, psychologists, social workers, and interprofessional teams to deliver safe, high-quality, family-centered care.
Contribute to organizational and departmental Continuous Performance Improvement (CPI) initiatives to elevate patient outcomes.
Participate in teaching, family education, and departmental research efforts to advance pediatric behavioral healthcare.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or graduate of a nationally accredited physician assistant program
One year work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area.
Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Washington
Current national certification as a pediatric or family nurse practitioner
Active, unencumbered physician assistant licensure in the State of Washington
Initial certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals
American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) will also be accepted in lieu of BLS for Healthcare Professionals.
Active clinical privileges as an Allied Health Provider at Seattle Children's Hospital must be secured prior to time of hire and must be maintained in good standing and in compliance with all medical staff bylaws

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision plans
403(b)
life insurance
paid time off
tuition reimbursement