Orthopaedic PA/NP — Hand Surgery Specialist

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

The Geisinger Orthopaedic Hand Surgery team in Danville, PA is seeking an advanced practitioner to provide autonomous patient care. You will evaluate, diagnose, and manage treatment for new and established patients alongside a physician, ordering tests and prescribing within the physician's scope.

You must have a Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner and be licensed with BLS certification, ready to collaborate with nursing and staff physicians to ensure high-quality care

Qualifications

• Master’s degree for PA or NP licensure and board certification.
• Active NYS/PA state licensure or eligibility and BLS certification.
• Experience working in orthopaedics/hand surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Document care and orders in the electronic medical record accurately.
• Prescribe and adjust medications within the physician’s scope of practice.
• Communicate with the team and patient care partners to ensure safety.
• Perform procedures within the licensed scope of practice.
• Educate patients and families, supporting understanding of plans.

Skills

Care Management Knowledge

Clinical Policies And Standards

Health Information Documentation

Patient Assessment And Care

Patient Safety

Patients Rights

Education

Master's Degree-Physician Assistant

Master's Degree-Nurse Practitioner

Job description

The Geisinger Orthopaedic Hand Surgery team in Danville, PA is seeking an advanced practitioner to provide autonomous patient care. You will evaluate, diagnose, and manage treatment for new and established patients alongside a physician, ordering tests and prescribing within the physician's scope.

You must have a Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner and be licensed with BLS certification, ready to collaborate with nursing and staff physicians to ensure high-quality care