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.

• 4 locations ranked on S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc. (2025)
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2023)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children’s New England

Shriners Children's New England is where hope and healing meet. Situated at the crossroads of New England in beautiful Springfield, Massachusetts, our clinic provides care for children with orthopedic conditions, cleft lip and palate, orthotics and prosthetics, sports-related injuries and conditions, and urology. Shriners Children’s New England serves over 13,000 patients per year and has partnerships with Boston University School of Medicine, Albany Medical College and Bay State Medical Center. As part of our commitment to provide access to quality medical care to children and families, we have a number of outreach clinics available throughout the world.

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
• 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.

Shriners Children’s New England is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dedicated, mission-driven team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment, supporting surgical and outpatient pediatric orthopedic care for children and adolescents.

This position entails a 1.0 FTE commitment with a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00am to 5:00pm, with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call requirements. This is a salaried, exempt, full-benefits eligible position. The pay range for this position is $108,632.78-$162,939.29. Compensation is determined based on years of clinical experience and departmental equity.

• Perform age-appropriate health assessments, physical exams, and develop comprehensive care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Manage pre- and post-operative care for pediatric orthopedic patients across clinic and surgical settings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and treatments within licensure and Shriners Children’s protocols.
• Assist in specialty surgical procedures and perform routine clinical interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to ensure coordinated, family-centered care.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on treatment plans and home care.
• Document all care in the electronic health record and contribute to quality, safety, and improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a mentor or preceptor when assigned and maintain all licensure, certifications, and institutional standards.

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)
• Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) certification or eligibility to obtain it upon hire

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.