Appalachian State University

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

Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Provide Rank Practitioner in Residence

Position Number New - TBD

VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

Department Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness - 273600

Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC

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

Type of Position Full Time Position

Appointment Type 1.00

Number Of Months Per Year 12-Month, Leave-Earning

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.)

Proposed Date of Hire 12/01/2025

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

ABD Consideration: N/A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications.

ABD Description

ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate’s salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.

No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following documents to your application:

• CV / Resume
• Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information
• Transcripts (no password protected files)

UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires

The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.

UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires

The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.

Posting Date 11/03/2025

Closing Date 11/24/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins 11/17/2025

Search Chair Name Bryan Belcher & Martie Thompson

Search Chair Email belcherba@appstate.edu & thompsonmp3@appstate.edu

Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52398

Posting Number FA00542P

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