Orthopedic NP/PA

Mohawk Valley Health System is seeking a hospital-based Orthopedic PA/NP to join a team of two PAs and one NP. This role has no clinic duties or call responsibilities and primarily covers floor patients, ER and hospital consults, and the OR as needed.

Position Highlights

• Orthopedic or ER experience required
• Comfort with reductions, splinting, and managing orthopedic patients
• 12-hour shifts (15 shifts per month) in a 7-on/7-off model shared with an NP
• No clinic duties and no call
• First Assist required
• Level III Trauma Center
• Hospital-employed position

Community Highlights

• Low cost of living
• Excellent real estate options
• Rural and urban life within driving distance from the hospital
• Safe, family-friendly communities
• Access to the Adirondacks and Catskills
• Multi-cultural population
• Public and private schools
• Easy access to NYC, Canada, and Boston
• Revitalized downtown
• Newest hospital in New York State

Responsibilities

• Cover floor patients, ER, and hospital consults
• Assist in the OR as needed
• Perform reductions and splinting
• Manage orthopedic patients

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or certification from an accredited NP program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Ability to meet and maintain credentialing requirements and hospital privileges
• Knowledge and competency in a wide range of clinical areas
• Familiarity with EHR/EMR software

Qualifications

• Current NYS Nurse Practitioner license or current NYS license as a Physician Assistant with prescription privileges
• Current BCLS and ACLS certifications
• Preferred: Active ANCC certification in relevant specialty

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

Pay

$140,000

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• 7-on/7-off model (15 shifts per month)
• Variable shift hours
• Full-time, non-union position