Orthopedic Advanced Practice Clinician (NP/PA)

West Virginia University; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UHA University Health Associates is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Professional (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Orthopedics, Community Practice Service in Fairmont, WV. The APP will coordinate care, perform rounds, perioperative duties, and lead patient management in an ambulatory orthopedic setting.

The role requires NP or PA credentials, Master’s degree in nursing or PA program completion, national certification, and WV licensure/eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing (CCNE accredited) with national APRN certification and WV RN/APRN licensure/eligibility.
• ARC-PA approved PA program completion or equivalent for PA track.
• CNOR certification highly preferred for perioperative role.
• BLS certification; ACLS as required by department.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic ambulatory care and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct daily rounds and pre-procedure evaluations with surgeons and staff.
• Perform perioperative duties including first-assist and post-operative follow-up.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests per guidelines; document findings in medical records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with computers

Critical thinking and diagnostic

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

ARC-PA PA program graduate

WV RN/APRN licensure or eligibility

CNOR Certification

Job description

UHA University Health Associates is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Professional (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Orthopedics, Community Practice Service in Fairmont, WV. The APP will coordinate care, perform rounds, perioperative duties, and lead patient management in an ambulatory orthopedic setting.

The role requires NP or PA credentials, Master’s degree in nursing or PA program completion, national certification, and WV licensure/eligibility.