Advanced Practice Provider (APP/PA/NP) Orthopedic Surgery–Inpatient Orthopedic Practice PT or FT option

UVA Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 125,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Plans / Flexible SPAs

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health invites applicants for an inpatient orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (APP) role focused on perioperative and post-trauma inpatient care. You will work with surgeons, residents, and interdisciplinary teams in a high-volume setting dedicated to patient-centered recovery.

The role emphasizes inpatient management with no surgical assisting responsibilities, offering a balanced schedule, professional growth, and strong institutional support within UVA Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited nursing or PA program with a master's degree.
• Virginia license or eligibility; credentialing and licensing per UVA Health.
• Current BLS; ACLS/PALS as required; credentialing and ongoing certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient orthopedic care for perioperative and trauma patients.
• Collaborate with attending surgeons, residents, interns, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and ensure compliance with standards.
• Deliver health education to patients and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Support a team-based care model with 2–3 APPs per shift during a structured coverage model.

Skills

Inpatient care

Orthopedic patient care

Team collaboration

Healthcare documentation

Licensure compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (NP)

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program

Job description

Play a pivotal role in delivering high-acuity orthopedic care within a leading academic medical center, supporting patients through some of the most critical phases of their recovery. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes while practicing in a highly coordinated, team-based inpatient environment.

In this role, you will provide specialized inpatient orthopedic care focused on perioperative and post-trauma patients, working closely with surgeons, residents, and fellow APPs. The position offers a compelling balance of clinical intensity and schedule predictability, making it ideal for clinicians who thrive in fast-paced environments but value structure and support.

The Role

This inpatient orthopedic APP position is centered on managing acute care patients through critical stages of hospitalization, from post-surgical recovery to discharge readiness. You will be immersed in a high-volume, high-throughput environment where collaboration and communication are essential to delivering exceptional care.

This role is designed for APPs who are energized by complex clinical environments and want to focus exclusively on inpatient care. There are no surgical assisting responsibilities, allowing you to concentrate fully on patient management and coordination.

On a Typical Day, You Will

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care for orthopedic perioperative and trauma patients
• Support patients during key recovery milestones, ensuring safe progression and discharge planning
• Work closely with attending orthopedic surgeons, residents, interns, and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in a highly communicative, team-based care model that prioritizes efficiency and patient outcomes
• Manage a dynamic patient load alongside 2–3 APPs per shift within a structured coverage model

The Schedule Promotes Both Professional Engagement And Personal Balance

• Part-time (2x 12 shifts) or Full-time ( 3x 12 shifts, plus one extra shift per month) candidates considered
• No call, no weekends, and major holidays off
• Flexible, team-driven scheduling with collaborative time-off management

Advanced Practice Provider Scope Of Practice

Clinical

• Provides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice
• Acts as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriate
• Provides health education to patients
• Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation
• Ensures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards

Leadership

• Supports development of best practices and protocols in specialty
• May serve on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care
• Provides education to learners in the clinical space
• Mentors new team members

Administration

• Contributes to clinical quality improvement work
• Provides timely follow-up on patient and team communications
• Attends team development meetings at local and departmental levels

Professional

• Adheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactions
• Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty training competencies
• Participates in local, state, and national professional organizations

Why UVA Health

UVA Health offers a powerful combination of academic excellence, clinical innovation, and a deeply collaborative culture. This role is embedded within a highly respected orthopedic service that values APP contributions and invests in their growth.

What Sets This Opportunity Apart Includes

• Practice within one of the largest and most efficient orthopedic teams at UVA, supported by over 30 attending surgeons
• A high-performing, team-oriented culture that emphasizes communication, efficiency, and shared clinical accountability
• Exposure to complex perioperative and trauma cases, enhancing clinical depth and professional development
• A robust onboarding and orientation program, with strong support for both experienced APPs and new graduates
• A role that directly impacts critical phases of patient recovery, offering meaningful and rewarding clinical work
• Flexible scheduling structure that balances intensity with predictability and time off

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional lifestyle for healthcare professionals seeking both career advancement and quality of life. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking to scenic drives, alongside a vibrant cultural and culinary scene. With its strong sense of community, highly regarded schools, and accessible cost of living, Charlottesville creates an ideal environment for individuals and families to thrive while staying connected to a leading academic health system.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.

Experience: Department and unit specific.

Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $124,845.00 - $178,089.60 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.