Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner

ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Surgery-Ortopedics to provide locum coverage at a facility in OR. The NP works collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons to manage inpatient and emergency department patients, provide perioperative care, and perform a broad range of orthopedic procedures. The role requires strong clinical independence, comfort with call coverage, and consistent, high-quality documentation.

Dates / Schedule

• Start Date: ASAP

• Work Week: Sunday Saturday

• Call Coverage: Weekday, weekend, holiday, night, and 24-hour call rotation

• Overtime: Paid after 40 hours

• Training: 4 hours unpaid EPIC training (option to test out in 2 hours)

• Credentialing: Temporary privileges available
  

Job Details & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with attending physicians to obtain patient histories, develop and implement plans of care, and participate in daily rounds

• Document evaluations, progress notes, diagnoses, discharge summaries, and care plans in the electronic medical record

• Order and perform diagnostic studies, including EMG, EKG, compartment pressure measurements, X-rays, CT, MRI, and bone scans

• Perform orthopedic and minor surgical procedures, including:

  • Digital blocks, regional anesthesia, wound closure, debridement, incision and drainage

  • Tendon repair, needle biopsy, percutaneous fracture pinning, K-wire and hardware removal

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventions such as joint and bursa aspirations, fracture and dislocation reductions, injections, and cast/splint applications

• Assist in surgery as first assist, including tissue closure and application of orthopedic appliances

• Serve as primary orthopedic call provider for ED and inpatient units, participating in rotating call coverage

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, respond to coding/documentation queries, and support quality and safety initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)

• Active Oregon NP License (Required)

• Full-time availability (Required)

• Eligible for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional privileges

• Proficiency with electronic health records (EPIC preferred)

• Ability to work independently and manage high-acuity or emergent situations

• NPDB Self-Query (Required at submission)

• CAQH login and password (Required at time of offer)

• Strong clinical judgment, procedural skills, and communication abilities