Orthopedic NP / PA

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship and development programs

Mentorship programs

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in Atlanta is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider focused on orthopedic care. This role involves evaluating and treating patients, maintaining medical records, and collaborating with physicians. Candidates should have an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program completion and be licensed in Georgia. The position offers comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for professional development, creating a valuable environment that prioritizes both staff and patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in Georgia.
• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant.
• Experience in high acuity clinical specialties preferred.
• 1 year of direct experience in high-acuity specialties.
• PALS, BLS or ACLS may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients under physician direction.
• Documents medical records accurately.
• Educates patients about health and self-care.
• Under physician direction, performs exams and procedures.
• Orders labs and diagnostic tests and communicates results.
• Educates patients on health, follow-up and home care.
• Collaborates with physicians on care plans.
• Maintains patient records and supports research activities.
• Trains health professionals and participates in organizational health services.

Skills

Advanced patient care

Patient assessment

Collaboration with physicians

Physician collaboration

Education

Accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program

Physician Assistant program

ANCC NP certification

Georgia license

Job description

Be Valued. Be rewarded. Belong.

Emory Orthopedics has an opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) focused on sports, hip, and general orthopedic care.

Overview

The primary location will be at our Musculoskeletal Institute while also having 1st assist responsibilities 1-2 days per week at our Emory Ortho & Spine location in Tucker and seeing patients 1 day per week at Miller Grove.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more

Description

• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.
• Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.
• Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
• Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.
• Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.
• In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professionals or community services.
• Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations.
• Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.
• Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting.
• Actively participates on organizational health services committees.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
• May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
• PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.