Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Orthopedic Urgent Care (Full-Time)

About the role

OrthoNebraska seeks a Full‑Time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (1.0 FTE, 40 hours/week) located in Council Bluffs. The APP will provide high‑quality, patient‑centered orthopedic care, working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize outcomes and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical services and clinical education to patients in a clinic setting.
• Provides medical care and treatment to existing patients.
• Promotes the professional practice of the clinic by maintaining and improving rapport with peers, patients, and the medical community.
• Responsible for dictating medical findings on patients in a timely and concise manner.
• Assists physicians in writing new prescriptions and prescription refills.
• Communicates test results to patients in a timely manner.
• Assists physicians in the completion of Worker's Compensation forms, dictation of attorney letters, and other responsibilities as requested.
• Assists with on‑call duties as needed.
• Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Attend and participate in department meetings.
• Attend mandatory educational programs.
• Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Master's degree in nursing from an accredited school/college of nursing.
• Licensed or licensure eligible as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Nebraska and Iowa.
• Minimum two years of APP experience.
• Experience within an orthopedic environment, especially with knee and hip treatment.
• Efficient use of information systems, data processing systems, telecommunication devices, office equipment, etc.
• Ability to meet medium physical demands (exertion of 20–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, > negligible up to 10 lbs constantly) and pass background check, pre‑employment physical and drug screening.

Skills

• Proficient with information systems, data processing, telecommunications, and office equipment.
• Strong communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and healthcare team.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Joint Commission standards, and safety protocols.

Schedule

Three 13‑hour shifts per week (full‑time).