Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in North Carolina
Pediatric Physician Assistant jobs in North Carolina are consistently active, with demand concentrated in children's hospitals, academic medical centers, and multi-specialty pediatric practices serving communities from the Research Triangle to Charlotte and the Triad. Raleigh, Charlotte, and Durham anchor the largest share of openings, where established systems like Duke Health, Novant Health, and UNC Health operate dedicated pediatric programs drawing PAs at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. The most sought-after specialties include pediatric primary care, pediatric urgent care, and pediatric hospital medicine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary:
This role is located in the UNC School of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology in the Pediatric division.
A Physician Assistant functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
1. Clinical- Obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests/results. Develops appropriate differential diagnoses. Develops and implements treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence-based pharmacological agents consistent with departmental guidelines and privileging, and schedules appropriate follow-up management. Actively incorporates evidence-based hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs. Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care. Maintains essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes. Maintains extensive knowledge of their specialty literature including awareness of developing areas. Consistently derives correct diagnoses through synthesis of clinical data and proper selection and interpretation of diagnostic studies. Develops comprehensive differential diagnoses for patients. Revises the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Prioritizes work and assists staff to provide prompt and efficient client flow. Consistently maintains high productivity according to identified standards. Leads/participates in projects to improve productivity. Appropriately performs medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileging, and clinical roles/responsibilities.
2. Education- Appropriately and professionally educates clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow-up. Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centered care. Develops educational materials based on learning needs of clinicians, staff, and students. Provide education/instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students. Actively recognizes and participates in identification and achievement of self-learning needs. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs.
3. Leadership- Provides instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students including but not limited to precepting, shadowing, lectures, training classes, CE, rounds, morning report, and or staff meetings. Participates in community/network outreach programs. Develops/leads community/network outreach programs. Demonstrates both an understanding of the contexts and system in which healthcare is provided and the ability to apply this knowledge to improve and optimize health care delivery. Leads/participates in systems improvements.
4. Professional- Interacts with patients and families in a respectful, courteous and timely fashion using appropriate communication for the patient and situation. Interacts collaboratively with coworkers, other team members and staff in a respectful, courteous, and timely fashion appropriate to patient care needs and situations. Responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Accepts responsibility for outcomes of one?s work. Shares responsibility for overall workload with team members.
5. Quality/Research- Engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement. Consults with management in assessment, problem-solving, decision-making, and evaluating clinical/system issues and models of care. Leads interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated delivery of patient care services. Initiates and revises protocol(s) or guideline(s) to reflect evidence-based changes in care management Works to influence policy-making bodies to improve patient care. Develops new clinical programs or services within the department/unit/clinic to improve patient care.
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
- Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
- Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
- No prior experience required.
- Demonstrated clinical competency.
- Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
- Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
- Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Contact:
Joshua Cosby
physicianrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians
Organization Unit: Otolaryngology-Peds
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary:
This role is located in the UNC School of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology in the Pediatric division.
A Physician Assistant functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
1. Clinical- Obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests/results. Develops appropriate differential diagnoses. Develops and implements treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence-based pharmacological agents consistent with departmental guidelines and privileging, and schedules appropriate follow-up management. Actively incorporates evidence-based hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs. Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care. Maintains essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes. Maintains extensive knowledge of their specialty literature including awareness of developing areas. Consistently derives correct diagnoses through synthesis of clinical data and proper selection and interpretation of diagnostic studies. Develops comprehensive differential diagnoses for patients. Revises the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Prioritizes work and assists staff to provide prompt and efficient client flow. Consistently maintains high productivity according to identified standards. Leads/participates in projects to improve productivity. Appropriately performs medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileging, and clinical roles/responsibilities.
2. Education- Appropriately and professionally educates clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow-up. Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centered care. Develops educational materials based on learning needs of clinicians, staff, and students. Provide education/instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students. Actively recognizes and participates in identification and achievement of self-learning needs. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs.
3. Leadership- Provides instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students including but not limited to precepting, shadowing, lectures, training classes, CE, rounds, morning report, and or staff meetings. Participates in community/network outreach programs. Develops/leads community/network outreach programs. Demonstrates both an understanding of the contexts and system in which healthcare is provided and the ability to apply this knowledge to improve and optimize health care delivery. Leads/participates in systems improvements.
4. Professional- Interacts with patients and families in a respectful, courteous and timely fashion using appropriate communication for the patient and situation. Interacts collaboratively with coworkers, other team members and staff in a respectful, courteous, and timely fashion appropriate to patient care needs and situations. Responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Accepts responsibility for outcomes of one?s work. Shares responsibility for overall workload with team members.
5. Quality/Research- Engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement. Consults with management in assessment, problem-solving, decision-making, and evaluating clinical/system issues and models of care. Leads interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated delivery of patient care services. Initiates and revises protocol(s) or guideline(s) to reflect evidence-based changes in care management Works to influence policy-making bodies to improve patient care. Develops new clinical programs or services within the department/unit/clinic to improve patient care.
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
- Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
- Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
- No prior experience required.
- Demonstrated clinical competency.
- Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
- Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
- Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Contact:
Joshua Cosby
physicianrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians
Organization Unit: Otolaryngology-Peds
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric physician assistant jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Physician Assistant license issued by the NC Medical Board required
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants NCCPA certification required
- Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program required
- Minimum one to two years of pediatric or primary care clinical experience preferred
- Current BLS certification and PALS or ACLS certification commonly required
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner expected
Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pediatric physician assistant in North Carolina?
You become a pediatric physician assistant in North Carolina by completing a master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program, passing the PANCE exam administered by the NCCPA, and obtaining licensure through the North Carolina Medical Board. The NC Medical Board issues PA licenses and requires ongoing continuing medical education for renewal. Once licensed, new graduates typically pursue pediatric-focused roles at children's hospitals or large health systems in the state, where postgraduate residency programs for PAs in pediatrics are increasingly available.
How much do pediatric physician assistants make in North Carolina?
Pediatric physician assistants in North Carolina earn a median of about $129,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,100 for the lowest 10% to over $164,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pediatric physician assistants in North Carolina?
Employers hiring pediatric physician assistants in North Carolina right now include Duke Health, WakeMed Health & Hospitals, and WakeMed, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's large academic health systems and regional children's hospital programs generate particularly consistent openings for pediatric PAs across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Which North Carolina cities have the most pediatric physician assistant jobs?
Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill lead North Carolina for pediatric physician assistant openings. Raleigh and Durham benefit from the Research Triangle's concentration of academic medical centers and children's programs tied to Duke Health and UNC Health, while Charlotte's growth as a major metro has expanded Novant Health and Atrium Health's pediatric footprints significantly, making it a strong market for PAs at every career stage.
Are there remote pediatric physician assistant jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Pediatric physician assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct patient examination, so fully remote positions make up a small share of overall openings. About 0% of pediatric physician assistant openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be limited to pediatric telehealth triage or care coordination functions rather than traditional clinical practice.
How can I get hired as a pediatric physician assistant in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to postgraduate PA residency programs in pediatrics, several of which are offered by North Carolina health systems including those affiliated with Duke Health and UNC Health. New graduates without pediatric experience often enter through pediatric primary care or general pediatrics outpatient roles, which are less competitive than subspecialty positions. Obtaining NCCPA certification promptly after graduation, completing pediatric rotations during training, and applying to new-grad openings at large multi-site systems in the state significantly improves early placement prospects.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialty focus, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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