Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Orthopedics - FT
About the role
This job works in a collaborative model including but not limited to: residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care;
- Assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients;
- Teaches residents and medical students;
- Develops and implements staff development and education programs;
- Provides patient education and discharge planning.
Requirements
Education Required - Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program. OR Required - Master’s degree in nursing.
Work Experience Required - None. Preferred – 3 Years’ Related Working Experience.
Qualifications
- Physician Assistant Required - License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners.
- Nurse Practitioner Required - Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice. Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified for Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified. *First Assist Certification. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing.
Skills
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
Ability to have reliable transportation as must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Benefits
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.