McLeod Orthopedics- Ortho NOW APP (Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner)

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Orthopaedics Seacoast in Little River, SC, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the OrthoNOW orthopedic urgent care team. This 100% outpatient role treats musculoskeletal conditions and collaborates with an established orthopedic team.

The APP will support post-operative care, fracture management, ED follow-ups, sports medicine access, and physician overflow needs in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• SC licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• DEA certification or eligibility.
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume outpatient orthopedic environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Manage sprains, strains, fractures, joint pain, limb pain, sports injuries, and other orthopedic complaints.
• Perform comprehensive orthopedic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including radiographic imaging.
• Provide fracture care, cast applications, cast changes, and follow-up management.
• Conduct post-operative visits, wound evaluations, suture and staple removal, and dressing changes.
• See orthopedic follow-up patients on behalf of the physician group.
• Evaluate and manage emergency department orthopedic follow-up patients.
• Support sports medicine rapid-access clinics and urgent referrals.
• Assist with physician add-on appointments and clinic overflow needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Job description

McLeod Orthopaedics Seacoast is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing OrthoNOW orthopedic urgent care service in Little River, South Carolina. This position provides high-quality musculoskeletal and orthopedic care in a fast-paced outpatient setting, treating patients with acute injuries and orthopedic conditions while collaborating closely with an established orthopedic team of physicians and APPs.

The APP will serve as both an OrthoNOW provider and a shared orthopedic resource for the practice, supporting post-operative care, fracture management, emergency department follow-ups, sports medicine access, and physician overflow needs.

Practice Highlights

• Established orthopedic practice with 11 physicians and 11 Advanced Practice Providers.
• Full support staff including Medical Assistants and Radiology Technologists.
• 100% outpatient position.
• No call responsibilities.
• Seven-day orthopedic urgent care access for the coastal community.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Manage sprains, strains, fractures, joint pain, limb pain, sports injuries, and other orthopedic complaints.
• Perform comprehensive orthopedic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including radiographic imaging.
• Provide fracture care, cast applications, cast changes, and follow-up management.
• Conduct post-operative visits, wound evaluations, suture and staple removal, and dressing changes.
• See orthopedic follow-up patients on behalf of the physician group.
• Evaluate and manage emergency department orthopedic follow-up patients.
• Support sports medicine rapid-access clinics and urgent referrals.
• Assist with physician add-on appointments and clinic overflow needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Schedule

7 days on / 7 days off rotation.

Weekdays

• 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Orthopedic support services
• 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM: OrthoNOW clinic coverage

Weekends

• 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM OrthoNOW clinic coverage
• 72-hour rotation week, consisting of 60 hours of direct patient care and 12 hours of orthopedic support.

Qualifications

(Required)

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• South Carolina licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• DEA certification or eligibility.
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume outpatient orthopedic environment.

(Preferred)

• Prior experience in Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine, Urgent Care, or a related specialty.
• Minimum of two years of orthopedic or emergency medicine experience preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated APP who enjoys a busy clinic environment, demonstrates strong orthopedic assessment skills, and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Both experienced providers and motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply, although orthopedic experience is strongly preferred.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

We are an equal opportunity employer.