Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Pediatric Endocrinology MemorialCare Medical Group Practice Location Cherese Mari Laulhere Children’s Village Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach / MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center Campus Long Beach, California
MemorialCare Medical Group is seeking a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Pediatric Endocrinology to provide high-quality, family-centered care in a community-based pediatric specialty practice. This position is based at the Cherese Mari Laulhere Children’s Village at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach, located on the campus of MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center.
Working collaboratively with pediatric endocrinologists and an interdisciplinary care team, the NP or PA will play a key role in improving access to pediatric specialty care, supporting chronic disease management, and delivering culturally responsive care to a diverse patient population.
and Responsibilities Clinical Care Perform comprehensive assessments of pediatric endocrinology patients, including medical history, physical examinations, growth and development evaluations, and ongoing clinical monitoring Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, disorders of puberty, and related conditions Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising pediatric endocrinologists Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and diagnostic studies Prescribe medications, therapies, and medical devices in accordance with scope of practice, licensure, and California regulations Provide follow-up care and long-term management for chronic endocrine conditions Patient & Family Education Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and disease self-management Provide education and support related to pediatric diabetes care, including insulin therapy, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), as applicable Address health literacy, cultural considerations, and social factors impacting care adherence and outcomes Collaboration & Care Coordination Collaborate with pediatric endocrinologists, nursing staff, diabetes educators, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members Coordinate care with primary care providers, referring physicians, and community resources Support continuity of care across outpatient and inpatient settings as needed Documentation & Compliance Document patient care accurately, thoroughly, and timely in the electronic health record (EHR) Comply with MemorialCare Medical Group policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, access, and clinical outcomes Professional Practice Maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education Remain current with best practices and clinical standards in pediatric endocrinology Participate in department meetings and service-related initiatives as assigned Qualifications Required Minimum of two years of pediatric endocrinology experience with complex patients Experience managing pediatric diabetes, including insulin pumps and CGM technology NPs must be able to meet the Requirements for Nurse Practitioners in California Children’s Services Special Care Centers PAs must be able to meet the Requirements for Certified Physician Assistants in California Children’s Services Special Care Centers Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Current, unrestricted California NP or PA license (or eligible) National board certification (CPNP, FNP-C, or PA‑C) DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain) Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills Preferred Bilingual skills reflective of the communities served Work Environment & Physical Requirements Outpatient pediatric specialty clinic environment at The Children’s Village Includes inpatient rounding and hospital discharges at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard clinical equipment throughout the workday Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds Schedule Full-time, Monday through Friday Primarily weekday clinic hours as well as hospital rounding Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation through MemorialCare Medical Group, based on experience and qualifications Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and CME allowance