About Us
Our goal is to provide the highest quality of medical care to infants, children, and teenagers.
Meet Our Providers
Rebecca L. Yukica, DO
Dr. Rebecca grew up as a Jersey Girl. She moved to Massachusetts for college, and although she has moved many times since, she has landed in the Upper Valley to stay. Dr. Rebecca graduated from Smith College and then spent two years teaching high school chemistry at National Cathedral School in Washington DC before heading to medical school. She graduated from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001.
Following her internship year at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Rebecca transferred to New Hampshire to complete her residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. She stayed to do a Chief year and then moved to Baltimore, MD, to help start a hospitalist program at Johns Hopkins Medical Center. After two years in the city during which she was married and had twins, her family found it was time to return to the Upper Valley. It was in 2007 that Dr. Rebecca first joined Upper Valley Pediatrics as an attending pediatrician. She left once more to work in Washington State, but after 13 months decided that the west coast was never going to be home. So, she returned to VT and shortly after took over ownership from founding physician Mark Harris, MD.
When not at work, you will most likely find Dr. Rebecca skiing, mountain biking, hiking or pursuing some other adventure with her husband and three sons.
Gwynne Briggs, MS, APRN, CPNP-PC
Gwynne is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who grew up in a variety of places including Ohio, Arizona, and England. In 2012, she graduated from the Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical and computer engineering. She worked as a software engineer in Germany for 3 years before realizing it was time for a change. She returned to the Ohio State University and graduated in 2019 with a Master of Science degree for graduate entry nursing. Throughout school, she worked at Nationwide Children’s Hospital on the neurology, pulmonary, and complex care units and then continued her career there as a nurse practitioner on the diabetes consult team. She has always loved her work with children and their families and is excited to move to the office practice setting.
Gwynne recently moved to the area with her fiancée and dog Gingersnap, all of whom are excited to enjoy the outdoor activities that this part of the country has to offer. She loves yoga, gardening, hiking, reading, and traveling.
Catherine Martin, APRN
Catherine (Katie) Martin is a pediatric nurse practitioner who received her education at the Yale School of Nursing. Katie is board certified in pediatric primary care through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Katie is a New Haven native and has enjoyed growing up in a small city environment with lots of yummy pizza. She completed her undergraduate degree in Theology at Dickinson College in Carlisle Pennsylvania where she studied the overlap between religion and ethics within healthcare.
Katie’s experience as a registered nurse working in community health and as a former middle school teacher in Connecticut, helped to shape her passion for advocating for and serving the underserved. Katie has worked with children for the past 10 years and could not imagine working with any other population. Katie’s interests within medicine include Type 2 Diabetes care in children and asthma.
Katie continues to work with Yale School of Nursing as a Lecturer. In her spare time, she enjoys ballet, running, hiking, and kayaking with her family.
Roshelle Morrison, FNP-C
Roshelle Morison is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who received her education at Simmons University. She is board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the American
Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Roshelle grew up in a small rural town in Maine. Initially, she pursued a degree in biochemistry with hopes of conducting pediatric cancer research in a laboratory. Upon graduating from Saint Anselm College during the COVID-19 pandemic, she realized how vital human connection was to her career. With her passion for medicine and human connection, she pivoted and pursued nursing. After completing her master’s degree in Boston, she realized how much she missed the strength and compassion that comes with rural communities.
Roshelle’s experience as a registered nurse at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in the Float Pool and Emergency Department helped shape her passion for community health and preventive medicine. Roshelle is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care and building meaningful relationships with her patients and their families. She strives to create a welcoming environment where patients feel heard, supported, and comfortable taking an active role in their health.
Outside of work, Roshelle enjoys reading, line dancing, and spending time with her puppy, Ember. She is excited to be part of the community and looks forward to caring for and getting to know her patients.
Our Mission
The mission of Upper Valley Pediatrics, as a Patient Centered Medical Home, is to provide pediatric and adolescent patients with comprehensive, evidence-based and respectful care in a timely manner and in a safe environment.
We take pride in and place an emphasis on quality of care, accessibility and a trusting relationship between the providers, staff, and the patients we care for. We offer access to evidence-based care and self-management support incorporated into quality health care services. Our care will not vary in quality because of personal characteristics such as gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, immigration status, geographic location and/or socio-economic status. We strive to foster a sense of community.
Join the UVP Team
Upper Valley Pediatrics is a fun, welcoming, and innovative pediatric practice located in Bradford, VT and West Lebanon, NH. We are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care thanks to our dedicated team of pediatricians and support staff who are committed to the families and communities we serve.
We value teamwork, clear communication, and shared responsibility in providing care. If you’re interested in pediatrics and looking to grow in a supportive and professional setting, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.
Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
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Bradford, Vermont | Full-Time
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) or Medical Assistant to join our Bradford, Vermont clinical team. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children and families, has strong communication and organizational skills, and is comfortable balancing direct patient care with the day-to-day needs of a busy pediatric practice.
Position Summary
The LNA/Medical Assistant plays an important role in supporting our providers and ensuring patients and families receive efficient, welcoming, and high-quality care.
This position includes both clinical and administrative responsibilities, including preparing patients for visits, assisting providers throughout the day, supporting immunizations and laboratory services, responding to patient and family needs, and following through on care coordination tasks.
The successful candidate will be someone who is able to prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, work independently when appropriate, and collaborate closely with providers and other members of the clinical and administrative team.
Schedule
Full-Time Position
Monday through Friday
8:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Bradford, Vermont
Schedule may include occasional Saturday morning coverage based on practice needs.
Responsibilities
- Room patients and prepare them for scheduled visits
- Obtain and accurately document vital signs, measurements and other appropriate clinical information
- Prepare exam rooms before patient visits and clean rooms between patients
- Maintain appropriate exam room supplies and notify appropriate staff when clinical supplies need to be reordered
- Assist providers with patient care and clinical procedures as appropriate
- Prepare and administer vaccines within applicable training and certification
- Maintain appropriate vaccine storage, handling, documentation, and inventory procedures
- Prepare laboratory specimens for processing and shipment
- Perform or assist with point-of-care testing as trained and permitted
- Assist with incoming patient and family telephone calls, including gathering appropriate information, documenting messages, and directing clinical concerns to the appropriate provider
- Follow up on provider requests and care coordination tasks for patients and families
- Assist with referrals, laboratory orders, imaging orders, and other follow-up needs
- Communicate with pharmacies, specialists, hospitals, schools, and other healthcare organizations as appropriate
- Assist with patient check-in and check-out when needed
- Support providers in maintaining an efficient patient flow throughout the clinic
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation in the electronic health record
- Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable practice policies
- Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming clinical environment
- Work collaboratively with providers, clinical staff, and administrative staff to support continuity and quality of patient care
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and practice quality-improvement initiatives
- Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed to support the daily operations of the practice
Qualifications Required
- Current Vermont LNA license or Medical Assistant training/certification or equivalent clinical experience
- Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to appropriately prioritize multiple tasks in a busy clinical environment
- Ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with children, adolescents, parents, and caregivers
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a healthcare team
- Comfortable using electronic health records and learning new technology
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional standards
- Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance
Preferred
- Previous experience in pediatrics, primary care, family medicine, or another outpatient clinical setting
- Previous experience administering immunizations
- Experience obtaining pediatric vital signs and measurements
- Experience with specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and laboratory preparation
- Experience with electronic health records
- Strong customer service skills
- Interest in developing long-term relationships with patients and families
- Desire to work in a community-focused, independent pediatric practice
What We're Looking For
Because this position involves frequent interaction with patients, families, and providers, we are looking for someone who is friendly, professional, organized, and comfortable taking initiative.
Pediatric primary care can be fast-paced, and priorities can change throughout the day. A successful candidate will be able to move between rooming patients, supporting providers, answering calls, preparing vaccines and specimens, completing follow-up tasks, and helping coworkers while maintaining attention to detail and a positive experience for our families.
Why Join Upper Valley Pediatrics?
At Upper Valley Pediatrics, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Work in an independent pediatric practice where staff members are an important part of the care team
- Build long-term relationships with children and families in our community
- Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and experienced clinical and administrative staff
- Develop a broad range of pediatric clinical and administrative skills
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
- Make a meaningful contribution to the daily care and experience of our patients and families
Upper Valley Pediatrics is committed to providing exceptional pediatric care while maintaining a supportive workplace where employees can build lasting relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and the communities we serve.
To Apply
Please submit your resume to kelsey@uvp.pcc.com
Nurse Practitioner – CPNP or FNP
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Upper Valley Pediatrics is an independent pediatric practice serving families throughout the Upper Valley from our offices in West Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Bradford, Vermont. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered pediatric care in a supportive, collaborative, and community-focused environment.
We are seeking a compassionate, team-oriented Nurse Practitioner (FNP or PNP) who is licensed, or eligible for licensure, in both Vermont and New Hampshire to join our practice. The ideal candidate is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based pediatric care, values collaboration, and is comfortable practicing independently within their scope of practice.
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive primary care to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults while working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
This position is available in our Bradford, VT and West Lebanon, NH clinics, with one Saturday morning clinic per month in Bradford, VT.
Schedule
- Two (2) to four (4) clinical days per week
- One (1) Saturday morning clinic per month in Bradford, VT
- Typical clinic hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Administrative time provided for charting, patient follow-up, and care coordination
- Participation in telephone call approximately one week per month
Benefits
- Three (3) weeks of paid vacation annually
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state law and company policy
- Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- Professional liability/malpractice insurance provided
- Vermont and New Hampshire professional licensure fees covered
- DEA registration fees covered, if applicable
- Professional membership fees covered
- Supportive clinical and administrative staff
- Collaborative independent-practice environment
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive preventive, acute, and chronic care to pediatric and young adult patients
- Perform well-child examinations, developmental screenings, and age-appropriate preventive care
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and injuries
- Diagnose and manage common chronic pediatric conditions
- Order and interpret appropriate laboratory testing, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
- Prescribe medications and treatments within applicable scope of practice and state regulations
- Provide immunization counseling and preventive health education
- Educate patients and families regarding health, wellness, development, disease prevention, and treatment plans
- Coordinate referrals and collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals as appropriate
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure continuity and quality of patient care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development
- Comply with all applicable regulatory, ethical, professional, and practice standards
- Participate in the education and clinical training of Nurse Practitioner, medical, and other healthcare students as appropriate
- Participate in the education of Pediatric Residents when appropriate
Qualifications Required
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
- Eligible for unrestricted APRN licensure in Vermont and New Hampshire
- Eligible for prescriptive authority in Vermont and New Hampshire
- Eligible for DEA registration, as applicable
- Current BLS certification
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical decision-making skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a healthcare team
- Commitment to evidence-based pediatric care and family-centered medicine
Preferred
- Previous pediatric primary care experience
- Experience as a Nurse Practitioner, although qualified new graduates are encouraged to apply
- Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic
- Interest in developing long-term relationships with patients and families
- Desire to practice in a community-focused, independent pediatric practice
- Interest in clinical teaching and mentorship
Why Join Upper Valley Pediatrics?
- Independent practice environment with the opportunity to have a meaningful voice in patient care and practice development
- Collaborative provider team with physician and advanced practice provider support
- Stable and flexible schedule designed to promote work-life balance
- Professional autonomy and the ability to develop the career and clinical interests that are important to you
- Established pediatric patient population with opportunities to build long-term relationships with children and families
- Opportunity to practice the full scope of pediatric primary care, including preventive, acute, and chronic care
- Opportunity to participate in the education of future healthcare professionals
- Supportive clinical and administrative team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community
- Beautiful Upper Valley location with access to year-round outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and Dartmouth Health resources
Upper Valley Pediatrics is committed to providing exceptional pediatric care while maintaining a supportive workplace where providers can build lasting relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and the communities we serve.
To Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to kelsey@uvp.pcc.com
Physician – Pediatrics
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Upper Valley Pediatrics is an independent pediatric practice serving families throughout the Upper Valley from our offices in West Lebanon, New Hampshire and Bradford, Vermont. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered pediatric care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are seeking a compassionate, team-oriented Pediatrician who is licensed, or eligible for licensure, in Vermont and New Hampshire to join our practice. The ideal candidate is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, values collaboration, and can work independently.
Position Summary
The Physician will provide comprehensive pediatric care to infants through young adults while working collaboratively with providers, nurses, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
This position is available in our Bradford, VT Clinic and West Lebanon, NH Clinic , with one Saturday morning clinic per month in Bradford.
Schedule
- Two (2) to Four (4) clinical days per week in West Lebanon, NH
- One (1) Saturday morning per month in Bradford, VT
- Typical clinic hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Administrative time for charting, patient follow-up, and care coordination
- One week per month of telephone call
Benefits
- Three (3) weeks paid vacation annually
- Paid sick leave in accordance with state law and company policy
- $1,000 annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance provided
- Vermont and New Hampshire medical license fees covered
- DEA registration fees covered
- American Academy of Pediatrics membership covered
- Supportive clinical and administrative staff
Responsibilities
- Provide all aspects of preventive, acute, and chronic pediatric care
- Perform well-child examinations and developmental screenings
- Educate patients and families regarding health, wellness, and disease prevention
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure high-quality patient care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development
- Comply with all applicable regulatory, ethical, and professional standards
- Teach Pediatric Residents
- Teach Medical and Nurse Practitioner Students
Qualifications
Required
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
- Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Vermont and New Hampshire
- Eligible for DEA registration
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to evidence-based pediatric care and family-centered medical care.
Preferred
- Strong social skills and strong work ethic
- Interest in building long-term relationships with patients and families
- Desire to practice in a community-focused independent pediatric practice
Why Join Upper Valley Pediatrics?
- Independent, physician-focused practice
- Stable schedule with excellent work-life balance
- Autonomy, the ability to focus on the career you want to build for yourself
- Established patient population
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community
- Beautiful Upper Valley location with access to outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and Dartmouth Health resources
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to our practice manager at kelsey@uvp.pcc.com.