Orthopedics Physician Assistant

APP Neuro Joint & Spine at AH Poter - Denver, CO
This role is an integral member of the orthopedic and neurosurgery service line at AdventHealth Parker
Hospital, contributing to the design, implementation, and ongoing development of a comprehensive, highquality
program. The APP will provide leadership by guiding clinical care decisions, supporting team
communication, and contributing to the development and improvement of the orthopedic and
neurosurgery service line. Using a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, this individual will deliver
compassionate, coordinated care that supports whole-person healing. As a key leader within the inpatient
orthopedic and neurosurgery team, the APP will help manage post-surgical patients; facilitate
multidisciplinary rounds; and support discharge planning to ensure optimal recovery.
In partnership with the orthopedic and neurosurgical team, nursing, care management, and ancillary
services, the APP will work to enhance physician satisfaction, strengthen nursing education and support,
and ensure patients and their families receive thorough education and guidance from admission through
discharge. Through this work, the position actively supports AdventHealth s mission of extending the
healing ministry of Christ by addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient.

Benefits of Employment with AdventHealth

• Annual Compensation $152,137 - $165,680
• CME allowance
• 403b retirement plan
• PTO

• Malpractice coverage

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides daily rounding, assessment and management of post operative orthopedic and
  neurosurgery patients in collaboration with surgeons/APP s
• Evaluates and manage medical co morbidities and post-surgical complications to optimize
  recovery and outcomes
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds to ensure effective communication, discharge planning
  and timely patient throughout
• Assist with floor admissions and transfers for the orthopedic and neurosurgery service line
• Participate in staff education through various educational modalities
• Participates in committees and meetings as needed or assigned
• Responds to clinical, documentation queries in a timely manner
• Maintains current understanding of regulatory environment
• Encourages in network utilization of resources for continuity of care unless otherwise specified
  by patient or physician
• Facilitate increased standardization of orthopedic and neurosurgery services by reducing clinical
  variations
• Supports effective hospital throughput with patient management.
• Monday through Friday schedule, inclusive of evenings and holidays based on facility and service
  line needs.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• Strong commitment to providing exceptional care that is team and patient centered.
• Possess excellent clinical and communication skills, and a strong commitment to providing
  excellent care that is team and patient centered.
• 2 years of practice as an orthopedic or spine APP experience preferred .

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduate of an MSN or DNP Nurse Practitioner Program
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant, PA-C Program

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Full Federal and State Prescriptive Authority.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Current ACLS Certification.
• Colorado Medical License.
• Current DEA Licensure.