Orthopedic PA/NP: Collaborative Surgical Care in Wisconsin

Vernon Health; Viroqua (WI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Health in Viroqua, Wisconsin invites applications for an Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive orthopedic care and support surgeons in a patient‑centered setting.

You will evaluate patients, assist with pre‑ and postoperative visits, coordinate with imaging, rehabilitation and primary care teams, and help manage musculoskeletal injuries across the Driftless Region.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Wisconsin Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license, or ability to obtain.
• Orthopedic, musculoskeletal, surgical, urgent care, emergency medicine, or related clinical experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, clinical assessment, and patient education skills.
• Commitment to Vernon Health’s Vernon Virtues: Kindness, Communication, Growth, Appreciation, and Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions in the clinic setting.
• Assist orthopedic surgeons with treatment planning, pre-operative visits, post-operative follow-up, and patient education.
• Support orthopedic procedures and coordinate care with surgery, imaging, rehabilitation, nursing, and primary care teams.
• Provide care for common orthopedic concerns such as joint pain, fractures, arthritis, sprains, sports injuries, and degenerative conditions.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with Vernon Health standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree or higher

Tools

ACLS Adv Card Life Sup

BLS Basic Life Support

PA license (Wisconsin)

NP license (Wisconsin)

Job description

Vernon Health in Viroqua, Wisconsin invites applications for an Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive orthopedic care and support surgeons in a patient‑centered setting.

You will evaluate patients, assist with pre‑ and postoperative visits, coordinate with imaging, rehabilitation and primary care teams, and help manage musculoskeletal injuries across the Driftless Region.