Advanced Practice Provider

At Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a culture built on Accountability, Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, and Integrity. We believe that how we work together is just as important as the outcomes we achieve. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about serving patients, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to a positive and professional workplace.

About the role

This position will partner with Sports Medicine physicians, Drs. Haber, as a full-time Physician Assistant covering a mix of clinic and assisting in the operating room. Clinics will be based out of our Orchard Park location in Westminster, which is in the northwestern Denver suburbs between Denver and Boulder. Surgeries will be performed primarily at OrthoColorado Hospital and The Orthopedic Surgery Center locations.

The right person for this role will be a true partner with the physicians and will be open and willing to learn techniques, styles, and preferences that benefit the physician team. The position is responsible for providing care within the clinical, surgical, and hospital setting for sports medicine patients treated by Panorama Orthopedics.

This role will primarily be Monday through Friday with a mix of clinic and surgery in a busy elective surgical practice. Weekend rounds and occasional call coverage are required (a nominal stipend is offered).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical exams.
• Conduct patient rounds on admitted patients.
• Read basic and advanced imaging.
• Evaluate changes in patient conditions.
• Issue orders for medications, treatments, and lab tests.
• Provide surgical first assistant coverage in the operating room.
• Write discharge summaries, H&Ps, fill out consents, and prescriptions in a timely manner.
• Document all patient care actions in the EMR timely and accurately.
• Demonstrate excellent suturing skills.
• Assess patient conditions and make treatment plans.
• Work effectively as an extension of the supervising physician, including spending time outside of work to increase individual knowledge/education.
• Optimize notes within the EMR to maximize efficiency in clinic.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff to gather and convey pertinent information.

Requirements

• Active Physician Assistant’s license in the State of Colorado.
• Active DEA license to prescribe.
• A minimum of 2 years of previous orthopedics experience is preferred.
• Advanced Practice Nurses must have active RNFA certification to be considered.

Skills

• Well-developed clinical skills.
• Ability to work independently once appropriately trained.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to synthesize data to determine medical treatment plans.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong desire to develop high-level surgical skills to become an asset to the team.
• Effective communication skills to clearly interact with patients and staff.

What Success Looks Like

• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities, meets deadlines, and proactively communicates obstacles or concerns.
• Excellence: Consistently delivers high-quality work, pursues continuous learning, and looks for opportunities to enhance efficiency and patient experience.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with coworkers and providers, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Respect: Treats patients, coworkers, and stakeholders with dignity and professionalism, values diverse perspectives, and acts with courtesy and empathy.
• Integrity: Makes decisions that reflect ethical and professional standards, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates honesty and trustworthiness.

Pay

$100,000 to $150,000 annually, based on experience.

Benefits

• Healthcare Options: PPO, HDHP, and Surest plans with a $100/month tobacco-free discount.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with annual employer contributions.
• Additional Coverage: HSA/FSA, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, legal assistance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employer-paid support for life’s challenges.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 4 weeks of PTO starting out (increases with tenure), 7 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays.
• Bonus eligible.