Orthopedic NP/PA - General Outpatient Care

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Ambulatory - Access to Care team at the Ambulatory Outpatient Pavilion in Richmond. The role emphasizes general orthopedic care and improving patient access to services, with a quarterly Saturday clinic requirement.

The Advanced Practice Provider collaborates with Attending Physicians to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care, including histories, exams, test orders, medication management, and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant Program
• Current Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife, or Physician Assistant
• Current national certification as appropriate for the role
• Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job titles
• CPR and BLS certification; ACLS/PALS may be required per department

Responsibilities

• Provides diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive healthcare under physician supervision.
• Assesses health status through histories and physicals, orders and interprets tests.
• Prescribes medications and may assist with surgical procedures.
• Coordinates care with the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely access to orthopedic services.

Education

Graduation from an accredited NP/PA program

Virginia licensure

Job description

VCU Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Ambulatory - Access to Care team at the Ambulatory Outpatient Pavilion in Richmond. The role emphasizes general orthopedic care and improving patient access to services, with a quarterly Saturday clinic requirement.

The Advanced Practice Provider collaborates with Attending Physicians to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care, including histories, exams, test orders, medication management, and