APP - Orthopedics & Sports Surgery

MaineHealth; Norway; On-site; NOK 1,190,000 - 1,540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Relocation assistance

CME expense reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

MaineHealth Orthopedics & Sports Surgery at Stephens Hospital in Norway, ME seeks a Physician Associate or ACNP to join a dynamic orthopedic team. You will provide outpatient evaluations and surgical support under physician supervision, with opportunities for first assist coverage.

The role supports a Monday–Friday clinic schedule with a potential four-day week after orientation, including OR and hospital rounding across the team.

Qualifications

• Completion of PA/PA-Assistant program or ACNP certification.
• Current Maine license or eligible for licensure.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Assistant or ACNP certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of orthopedic assessment and office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Office-based evaluation and treatment of outpatients.
• Orthopedic surgical support and first-assist coverage as needed.
• Involvement in clinic and operating room under supervision of orthopedic surgeon.
• Participate in shared on-call coverage for orthopedics.

Skills

Orthopedic experience

Team collaboration

Medical history taking

First assist readiness

License eligible

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Nurse Practitioner with Acute Care Certification

Job description

Physician Associate or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

MaineHealth Orthopedics & Sports Surgery

Stephens Hospital, Norway, ME

Schedule: Full Time

Req # 93090

MaineHealth Orthopedic Sports Surgery – Stephens Hospital, is recruiting a Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)to join our experienced Orthopedic team in Norway, ME. Under physician supervision, the successful candidate will provide medical care through office-based evaluation and treatment of outpatients as well as orthopedic surgical support. The APP will work in both a surgical and clinic setting under the supervision of an orthopedic surgeon as part of a dynamic team. The orthopedics practice includes a mix of orthopedic surgeons with range of skills including joint replacement, fracture care, hand surgery, and sports medicine. Orthopedic experience and surgical experience in Orthopedics preferred. Experience or the ability to train to be able to provide first assist coverage for orthopedic surgeons is also necessary.

Schedule: Primary responsibility Monday – Friday clinic hours, in the outpatient ambulatory clinic and Operating Room. A four-day work week is available after orientation.Operating room assist with primary supervising physician and hospital rounding on the Med/Surg floor rotating among 3 Associate Professional Providers.

Participates in office call coverage as part of a shared rotation for Orthopedic Surgery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Associate/Assistant program or a Nurse Practitioner with an Acute Care Certification.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Associate/Assistant or ACNP for Nurse Practitioner
• Current BLS required
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including medical histories, performing evaluations and wellness diagnosis
• Knowledge of indications for proper techniques for office procedures
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Experience: Orthopedic experience preferred.

This position offers:

• Opportunity to work with an exceptional team in a vibrant, growing practice.
• Competitive compensation package including recruitment bonus, relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance to qualified candidates.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, and retirement with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, paid family leave, wellness programs, and more.

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Norway Maine,

is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreational area. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Norway is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. Family ski resorts, including Sunday River, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Norway an exceptional place to call home.

At MaineHealth,

we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.

The pay range for this position is $124,444 to $161,045 annually based on the candidate’s level of experience

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.

To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.

For more information, please apply and/or contact Donna Lafean, Physician & APP Recruiter at [e-mail]

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