Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 120,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

Central Maine Healthcare in Lewiston, ME seeks a qualified Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider to join our musculoskeletal team. This full-time role blends clinic work, surgical first assist, inpatient rounding, and follow-up care with a strong referral base and modern facilities.

New grads with orthopedic rotations are encouraged to apply; competitive compensation, CME allowance, and strong benefits are offered, along with potential sign-on bonus and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Active or eligible for Maine PA/NP license.
• Orthopedic or surgical experience preferred; new grads with rotations considered.
• Strong communication and team-based care mindset.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic patients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Assist in orthopedic surgeries including joint replacement, fracture care, and sports procedures.
• Perform pre-op and post-op assessments.
• Order/interprete imaging and labs.
• Provide patient education, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, therapists, nursing, and ancillary teams.

Skills

Orthopedic experience

Communication

Team-based care

Clinical assessment

Education

PA/NP program

Job description

Bonus Amount

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Job Title: Orthopedic Advanced Practice ProviderEmployment Type:Full-TimeOrganization:Central Maine HealthcareLocation:Lewiston, Maine

Join a Growing Orthopedic Team in Central Maine

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a highly motivated Orthopedic Advanced Practice Providerto join our expanding musculoskeletal and surgical services team inCentral Maine. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside experienced orthopedic surgeons in a collaborative, patient-focused environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of New England living.

Position Highlights

• Full-time employed position with competitive compensation
• Mix of clinic, surgical first assist, inpatient rounding, and follow-up care
• Work with sports medicine, total joints, trauma, and general orthopedics
• State-of-the-art surgical and imaging facilities
• Strong referral base and established orthopedic service line
• Supportive administration and growth-oriented leadership
• CME allowance, malpractice coverage, health benefits, retirement plan, PTO

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance

Why Central Maine Healthcare?At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

About Us

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visitwww.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic patients in outpatient and inpatient settings
• Assist in orthopedic surgeries including joint replacement, fracture care, and sports procedures
• Perform pre-op and post-op assessments
• Order/interprete imaging and labs
• Provide patient education, treatment planning, and follow-up care
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, therapists, nursing, and ancillary teams

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
• Active or eligible for Maine PA/NP license
• Orthopedic or surgical experience preferred
• New graduates with strong orthopedic rotations considered
• Strong communication and team-based care mindset

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $120,000 to $137,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf