MSK Health & Wellness APP

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Free parking

Health insurance

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver non-operative musculoskeletal care and wellness services. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, athletic trainers, and other team members to help patients maintain mobility and prevent injury while advancing concussion management and bone health initiatives.

This role emphasizes prevention, early intervention, education, and long-term musculoskeletal health with opportunities to develop new programs and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse program.
• Current Nebraska licensure or eligibility for Nebraska licensure.
• Experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, primary care, physical medicine, or a related specialty preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in musculoskeletal medicine, concussion management, bone health, nutrition, preventive health, and wellness preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Interest in developing new programs and expanding non-operative musculoskeletal services.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions appropriate for non-operative treatment.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized treatment and wellness plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and other studies within scope of practice.
• Provide conservative treatment recommendations, including rehabilitation, activity modification, injury prevention, exercise, and lifestyle interventions.
• Evaluate and manage concussions, including return-to-activity/work/play plans.
• Assess patients at risk for osteoporosis, order bone density tests and related labs.
• Educate patients and families on bone health, mobility, and healthy aging.
• Develop and implement non-operative musculoskeletal care programs and protocols.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

PA or APRN degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

*Typical Schedule: varies
Job Type: Full Time

We always strive to make your experience at Nebraska Orthopaedic Center a friendly, comfortable, and positive one. We want you to feel you received the same high-quality care we would offer a member of your own family. At NOC, we strive to be your healing destination.

Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Musculoskeletal Health & Wellness provides comprehensive, non-operative care focused on musculoskeletal health, injury prevention, concussion management, bone health, and overall patient wellness.

This position will work collaboratively with NOC physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other members of the NOC team to provide an integrated approach to helping patients maintain mobility, improve function, prevent injury, and optimize long-term health.

The APP will have the opportunity to help develop and grow NOC's non-operative musculoskeletal and wellness services, including concussion care, bone density and osteoporosis management, nutrition, and other wellness-focused programs.

This is a non-operative position with an emphasis on prevention, early intervention, education, and long-term musculoskeletal health.

Essential Duties:

(This list may not include all the duties assigned)

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions appropriate for non-operative treatment.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized treatment and wellness plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and other studies within scope of practice.
• Provide conservative treatment recommendations, including rehabilitation, activity modification, injury prevention, exercise, and lifestyle interventions.
• Evaluate and manage concussions, including development of appropriate return-to-activity, return-to-work, and return-to-play plans.
• Assess patients at risk for osteoporosis, osteopenia, and other bone-health concerns; order and review bone density testing and appropriate laboratory studies.
• Provide education and recommendations related to bone health, strength, mobility, balance, fall prevention, nutrition, and healthy aging.
• Evaluate factors that may impact musculoskeletal health, including nutrition, body composition, metabolic health, and hormonal changes.
• Provide or coordinate evidence-based hormone-related evaluation and treatment when clinically appropriate, within scope of practice and established NOC protocols.
• Identify patients requiring physician, surgical, or other specialty evaluation and coordinate appropriate referrals.
• Collaborate with NOC physicians, Physical Therapy, Sports Performance, athletic trainers, and other members of the care team to provide an integrated approach to patient care.
• Support patients transitioning from injury or treatment into long-term wellness, strength, conditioning, and injury-prevention programs.
• Educate patients and families regarding musculoskeletal health, recovery, prevention, and healthy lifestyle behaviors.
• Assist in developing clinical protocols and new programs related to non-operative musculoskeletal care, concussion management, bone health, healthy aging, and patient wellness.
• Participate in community education, provider outreach, employer wellness initiatives, and other activities that increase awareness of NOC's musculoskeletal and wellness services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and comply with all applicable clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the continued development of NOC's non-operative and wellness services.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse program.
• Current Nebraska licensure or eligibility for Nebraska licensure.
• Experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, primary care, physical medicine, or a related specialty preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in musculoskeletal medicine, concussion management, bone health, nutrition, preventive health, and wellness preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Interest in developing new programs and expanding non-operative musculoskeletal services.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative while recognizing when direction or clarification is necessary.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in sensitive situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with physicians, executives, employees, patients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize NOC systems and healthcare-related technology.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently follow established policies and procedures.

Environmental/Physical/Working Conditions:

Requires bending, standing, sitting, and walking for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to operate a computer, telephone, office equipment, and tools. For this position, corrected vision, digital dexterity, and hearing to normal range are required.

Our Values:

At Nebraska Orthopaedic Center, we understand that we have the opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives every day. We are dedicated to providing patients with the highest quality of personalized and efficient care. To obtain this goal we have put together a team of energetic, hard-working, and caring staff members who look forward to serving our patients.

EOE

*Schedules can vary depending on department needs.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance