APP Orthopedic Surgery Spine/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for the Orthopedic Surgery Trauma team, collaborating with a multidisciplinary health care unit.

The APP manages patient care from admission through discharge and is integral in the operating room, supporting surgeons and the care team with evidence-based practices.

Qualifications

• Current NCCPA certification and state licensure (or eligibility) preferred.
• Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred, but motivated new graduates will be considered.
• Strong interest in caring for athletes and contributing to clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of patients from admission to discharge as part of the orthopedic trauma team.
• Collaborate with the attending surgeon in the operating room to support surgical procedures.
• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-operative care as applicable across service lines, emphasizing evidence-based practice and safe quality care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

APRN/PA education requirements

Job description

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

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Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical Requirements

lifting and pushing up to 25 pounds, sitting and standing for extended periods of time

Shift

Monday-Friday, days

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider Orthopedic Surgery Trauma works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP functions as a member of the orthopedic trauma management team.

This requires management of all aspects of patients from admission to discharge. The APP is integral in the operating room in collaboration with the attending surgeon.

In some service lines the APP may perform the pre, intra op, post op and follow up care. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and ensuring an environment of safe quality care.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic Orthopedic Sports Medicine team. This is a unique opportunity to practice at the intersection of clinical care, surgery, and research—working directly with elite and professional athletes as well as active individuals of all ages.

Qualifications

• Current NCCPA certification and state licensure (or eligibility) preferred
• Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred, but motivated new graduates will be considered
• Strong interest in caring for athletes and contributing to clinical research
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

Work with nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons and a team dedicated to sports medicine excellence. Direct involvement in the care of professional and collegiate athletes. Opportunities for academic growth and research publication. Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

N/A

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)
  • Yes
  • No
• * For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you have either Acute Care certification or Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification, or are you eligible to obtain this certification by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I'm applying as a Physician Assistant
• * Please select the response that best represents your full years paid, full-time, employment experience in providing direct care for Orthopaedic Spine or musculoskeletal patients.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years