"Practitioner in Residence Department of Public Health - Growing Well Medical Director"

Job Details

Practitioner in Residence Department of Public Health - Growing Well Medical Director

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Department: Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness - 273600

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO with board certification in Pediatrics (Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, or General Pediatrics with relevant experience preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience in developmental pediatrics or a related field

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical or academic setting
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development, neurodevelopmental disorders, and early intervention systems
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary or integrated care model
• Background in high-risk infant follow-up programs or NICU graduate care
• Experience with care coordination and family-centered support services
• Familiarity with public health programs, IDEA Part C, or community-based services for young children
• Bilingual or multicultural experience is a plus

License/Certification Required: Unrestricted medical license in North Carolina

Description of the Department or Unit

The Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness (App Well) connects Appalachian State University to the community by supporting health and wellness research, interprofessional clinics and community outreach programs. The institute partners with the community to better prepare students to become exceptional practitioners who will continue to address health issues and disparities throughout the region and beyond. Learn more at https://appwell.appstate.edu/about/

The Department of Public Health is currently accredited as a standalone Baccalaureate program by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and is seeking accreditation for its new MPH program. The department currently supports 10 faculty with diverse research and practice backgrounds, including the Blue Cross of NC distinguished endowed professor of Public Health. The department supports approximately 140 undergraduate and 37 graduate students. It also enjoys numerous strong, long-term relationships with regional health providers and public health agencies.

Appalachian State University's Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) is transforming the health and quality of lives of individuals, families, and communities through inclusive practices, interprofessional collaboration, and innovation in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical outreach. The BCHS supports over 3,400 students in nine undergraduate and nine graduate degree programs, organized into six academic departments. The programs are located in Boone in the Holmes Convocation Center and the Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, the cornerstone of Boone's Wellness District. We also have a presence on our new campus in Hickory. The college supports the Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness and has a collaborative partnership with the Wake Forest School of Medicine's Physician Assistant Program and multiple health and human service agencies across the region. Learn more at https://healthsciences.appstate.edu

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness is seeking a Practitioner in Residence (Department of Public Health) and Medical Director, for its new Growing Well Development Clinic.

The Practitioner in Residence / Medical Director will provide clinical leadership, strategic oversight, supervision of allied health professionals, and operational guidance for the Growing Well Developmental Clinic. This role will ensure the highest standards of care in developmental pediatrics, drive evidence-based practices, and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for high-risk infants and young children. The key responsibilities include:

• Lead case conferences and clinical teaching/oversight.
• Serve as mentor for Social Work, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, and Public Health students.
• Provide leadership for developmental screenings, assessments, and treatment planning.
• Provide direct medical care and supervise and support advanced practice and allied health providers involved in the care of children with or at risk for developmental delays.
• Oversee the high-risk infant follow-up program, ensuring timely developmental monitoring and intervention referrals.
• Ensure the use of evidence-based tools for screening and diagnosing autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and other developmental conditions.
• Collaborate with therapists, family navigators, students, and social workers to ensure cohesive, family-centered care.
• Develop and maintain clinical protocols and quality standards for developmental services.
• Participate in strategic planning to expand and improve program offerings.
• Serve as a liaison with community organizations, healthcare providers, and early intervention programs.
• Provide education and training to staff on developmental pediatrics and emerging best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards

Proposed Date of Hire: 12/01/2025

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: 11/24/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 11/17/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52611

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.