Orthopedic Trauma - Full time NP/PA

Department: 02408 GCMG Ortho Trauma: CMC - Surgery: Orthopedics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details: Varying schedule due to Ortho Trauma Pay Range: $47.50 - $71.25 Position Overview The APP will function in hospital and/or clinic setting, in collaboration with the trauma team and the attending orthopedic trauma surgeon. The APP will assist with direct patient care including in‑patient orthopedic trauma management, hospital rounding, emergency room consultations, and/or outpatient clinic work. Experience in orthopedics preferred. Essential Functions Of Hybrid Inpatient/Outpatient Position Join a team‑based model of 7 physicians and 8 APPs Day shifts Approximately 1:8 weekend & holiday rotation shift Average shift 10 hours Nationally recognized, high‑performing level I trauma center Evaluate ED and inpatient orthopedic consults, including obtaining history, performing physical exams, reviewing and ordering appropriate diagnostic studies and imaging, and conferring with the on‑call orthopedic surgeon to arrange a proper treatment plan and/or follow‑up scheduling Perform procedures to include: local wound care, suturing, bedside I&Ds, traction pin placement, arthrocentesis, joint/trigger point injections, closed reductions, splint/cast application Assist in scheduling and coordination of surgical treatments for trauma patients (e.g., coordination with trauma team, consultants, OR charge nurse, obtaining consent, posting surgical procedures) Possible opportunities to assist in OR and facilitate patient throughput as needed in emergent and elective surgical cases Perform coding and billing for consultations and procedures performed Facilitate discharge and disposition of trauma patients, working closely with social work, clinical case managers, and consultant teams Collaborate with medical learners to include orthopedic residents, orthopedic fellows, and medical students Participate in quality control initiatives Work in autonomous, independent clinic and/or shared orthopedic trauma faculty clinic Responsible for billing and coding appropriately for office visits, consultations, and procedures performed Perform procedures in the clinic setting to include: local wound care, bedside I&Ds, removal of hardware, arthrocentesis, joint/trigger point injections, closed reductions, splint/cast application Care coordination for orthopedic trauma patients, working closely with social work, clinical case managers, clinical RNs Qualifications Approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in North Carolina. Master’s Degree or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required (Nurse Practitioner); Master’s Degree preferred (Physician Assistant). License to practice as a Registered Nurse required for Nurse Practitioners. Certification in the area of practice from a nationally recognized certifying body required. Acute Care board certification required. Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred. Must have or be eligible for a DEA license. Eligible for prescriptive authority application through the Board of Nursing or Medical Board in NC required. BLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required with expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice. Compensation Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on a teammate's job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Benefits And More Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr