Orthopedic Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

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Job Title: Orthopedic Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
Job ID: 7655084642
Employer: The Orthopedic Center
Location: Palm Bay, FL
Provider Category: Advanced Practice Providers (PA's, APRN's)
Provider Type: Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
New Grads OK? No
Description

A progressive and successful private orthopedic practice is looking for a full-time certified physician assistant or nurse practitioner. Our experienced, fellowship trained surgeons specialize in providing the finest care in joint replacement surgery, arthroscopic surgery, reconstructive and revision surgery and a broad range of general orthopedic issues. Full time PA will work with our board-certified orthopedic surgeon to provide comprehensive patient care in the OR, hospital and clinical settings. Must be comfortable with independent clinical work in a private office, surgical assisting, and hospital rounding.

Located in the Space Coast of Florida, you will have access to beautiful beaches, golfing, fishing and excellent public & private schools and colleges. The parks and entertainment in Central Florida and three international airports are in close proximity. The area is an aerospace and high-tech hub.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Office Duties: Performs a complete problem focused examination; establish a working diagnosis and therapeutic plan. Provide in-office treatments such as joint injections. Orders and interprets x-rays and other diagnostic studies. Maintain independent clinical schedule 3-1/2 days per week. Master template is built for 25 patients per day. Handle phone calls from hospital floor for orders and questions on patients. Performs per-operative work ups for surgery. Complete progress notes in electronic health record in a timely manner.
Hospital Duties: Assist in surgery one day per week. Make rounds and post-operative follow-ups on hospitalized patients. Perform occasional hospital consultation. Complete consult note and discharge summaries. Call responsibility is one full week every five weeks. Call is light in a level-3 trauma setting.

Qualifications
* Graduated from an accredited PA or NP program.
*Currently licensed in State of Florida
*Minimum of 2 years clinical and surgical assist experience.
*Orthopedic Surgery: 1 year preferred