Pediatric APP - Gen Peds & NICU

Pomelo Care is the leading virtual medical practice for women and children, providing care across pregnancy, postpartum, pediatrics, menopause, and perimenopause. We combine proactive, 24/7 clinical care with technology that helps us reach patients earlier, identify risks sooner, and deliver personalized care throughout their journey. Our team includes clinicians, technologists, operators, and problem-solvers working together to make high-quality care more accessible for families nationwide.

Role Description

Your North Star: Provide direct clinical excellence in general pediatrics and champion NICU families through specialized education, advocacy, and care support.

In this role you will:

General Pediatrics Population

• Be accountable for improving clinical outcomes for pediatric patients patients by overseeing their medical care

• Engage directly in patient care as a Pediatrics provider providing care for acute issues as well as ongoing health education and care coordination

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Population

• Review complex patient cases, particularly for infants who are in or transitioning home from the NICU, develop care plans, and support other members of the clinical team in providing them with evidence-based care

• Provide caregiver health education, support, and discharge planning for infant hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Engage directly in patient care for infants who were formerly in the NICU, ensuring a successful transition home

For All Patients:

• Identify and utilize cross-functional team members to address patient needs

• Monitor adverse events and hold clinical reviews to identify areas for improvement in Pomelo’s protocols

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of general pediatric experience as an advanced practice provider in pediatric primary care. Must have practiced in pediatric primary care within the last 6 months.

• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in level III or level IV neonatal intensive care.

• A passion for and demonstrated effectiveness in optimizing evidence-based care and outcomes

• Experience using data to drive patient engagement, activation, and outcomes

• Experience leading successful teams, with track record of outstanding collaboration and teamwork

• A sense of urgency to improve outcomes coupled with exceptional organization and attention to detail

• A growth mindset with the ability to approach process change and ambiguous situations with enthusiasm, creativity, and accountability

• Facility using multiple tech platforms, with an eagerness for advising about platform improvements and adapting to new systems

• Eager to thrive in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment

• Phenomenal interpersonal and communication skills

• Facility using multiple tech platforms, with an eagerness for advising about platform improvements and adapting to new systems

• Eager to thrive in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment

• Phenomenal interpersonal and communication skills

Education and training

• Active, unrestricted license to practice in CA, GA, TN or TX preferred, and/or willingness to obtain licenses in all US states. Residence in a nursing compact state required.

• Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner with substantial experience in pediatric primary and/or urgent care, as well as caring for NICU patients or recently discharged NICU patients

Bonus points for

• Telehealth and/or remote monitoring experience

• Experience in outpatient or home-based management care of higher-risk patients

• Ability to provide medical care comfortably in Spanish

Schedule

• The schedule consists of Monday through Friday, 3pm-11p ET coverage

• No weekends or overnights required

Compensation
The expected base salary range offered for this role is $110,000-$135,000. This role is also eligible for equity, giving you an ownership stake in Pomelo’s mission. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, competencies, and certifications.

Benefits and Perks

By joining Pomelo, you’ll get in on the ground floor of a fast-moving, well-funded startup on a mission to improve outcomes for all mothers and babies. We cultivate a collaborative, patient-first environment where data drives our decisions and team members are challenged to learn, grow, and have fun together. We also offer:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their families

• High deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Equity grant participation

• 401(k) program

• Competitive vacation policy

• 16 weeks paid parental leave

• Fully remote work flexibility (within the US) with offices in NYC and SF for those who prefer in-person work

We are committed to hiring the best team to improve outcomes for all mothers and babies. To solve the complex challenges facing the diverse population we serve, we need diverse perspectives, actively welcoming people of all races, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, national origins, religions, disabilities, and veteran statuses. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and respectful environment where team members thrive by working across disciplines, moving fast, making data driven decisions, learning continuously, and always putting the patient first.