Foot and Ankle Surgical Advanced Practice Provider

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $15,000

6% employer retirement match

PSLF eligibility and tuition repayment

Job summary

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) in Orthopaedics with a focus on foot and ankle. In a collaborative academic environment, you will evaluate patients, perform procedures, and assist in surgeries alongside physicians, residents, and staff.

The role blends operative and non-operative responsibilities, offers opportunities for clinic work, injections, and wound care, and emphasizes coordinated, patient-centered orthopedic care.

Qualifications

• PA or APRN program completion and eligibility to practice in NH.
• Current NH PA or APRN license or eligibility.
• National certification by NCCPA or appropriate APRN board.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive musculoskeletal care with emphasis on foot and ankle.
• Perform injections, aspirations, splinting, casting and wound care.
• Assist in operative care and surgical management.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage patient communications including calls, refills, results, and triage.
• Maintain clinical volumes and participate in outreach at satellite locations.
• Engage in quality improvement and mentoring of APPs, students, and peers.
• Cover day call on a rotating basis.

Skills

Orthopedic patient care

Collaborative teamwork

Procedural skills

Clinical documentation

Education

PA or APRN program completion

NH license eligibility

NCCPA certification (for PA)

Job description

Orthopaedic Advanced Practice Provider – Foot and Ankle

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center – Lebanon, NH

Dartmouth Health’s Department of Orthopaedics is currently seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Associate or Nurse Practitioner) to work at our academic medical center in Lebanon, NH. You will play a key role in delivering comprehensive musculoskeletal care, with a primary focus on foot and ankle. In this collaborative environment, you’ll work alongside physicians, APPs, residents, and clinical support staff to manage both acute and chronic orthopedic conditions. This role offers a unique blend of operative and non-operative responsibilities, providing opportunities to evaluate patients in clinic, perform procedures, and assist in surgeries, while supporting coordinated, patient-centered care across the full spectrum of orthopedic services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care, including patient evaluation, imaging, treatment planning, and documentation.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
• Manage patient communications, including calls, prescription refills, results, and urgent triage.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as injections, aspirations, splinting, casting, bracing, minor outpatient procedures, and wound care.
• Assist attending physicians with operative care and surgical management.
• Maintain clinical volumes aligned with departmental needs, which may include outreach at our satellite locations.
• Participate in peer-to-peer reviews for insurance coverage and support administrative requirements.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and educational opportunities, including mentoring APPs, students, and peers.
• Cover day call on a rotational basis.

What DHMC has to offer you:

• Up to $15,000 in relocation assistance (amount based on the distance of the move)
• Generous retirement programs with up to 6% employer match
• PSLF eligibility and up to $10,000 in tuition repayment program
• Inclusive and collegial team environment

About Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center:

This position is based at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), Dartmouth Health’s tertiary care central hub, which also serves as the system’s Academic Medical Center. DHMC is the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and home to our NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Nestled in the Upper Connecticut River Valley, this region offers an exceptional blend of outdoor charm, cultural depth, and modern convenience. This picturesque area provides easy access to the Atlantic seacoast and a wealth of outdoor activities, all while being immediately adjacent to the cultural richness of Dartmouth College. Major cities like Boston, Montreal, and New York are within a short drive, and regional airports in Lebanon, Burlington, Manchester, and Boston ensure seamless travel for both national and international adventures. The options for regional day trips are nearly endless and there are countless opportunities to enjoy four seasons, New England architecture, local festivals, theater, performances, gatherings, and an inspiring culinary scene. We prioritize a harmonious balance between income and lifestyle, fostering a caring, family-like environment for our team. Long-standing physicians often describe their experience here as rewarding, appreciating the opportunity to build a life and raise their families in a safe community with highly ranked public and private schools.

Requirements:

• BLS certification
• Current (or eligible) certification to practice as a PA or APRN in NH
• Successful completion of an approved PA/APRN program
• National specialty certification as RNFA or certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Dartmouth Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.