PA or NP, Orthopedics (Hospitalist)

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including daily consults, procedures, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. With a commitment to education, the successful candidate will also serve as an educator for students in healthcare programs. The position offers a structured schedule with a focus on both inpatient and outpatient care, ensuring a balanced work-life experience. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and delivering high-quality healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed PA or NP required with clinical experience preferred.
• Must maintain scope of practice according to medical board regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily consults and procedures including fracture reductions.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for patient care.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Procedural Skills

Collaboration

Education and Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Overview

The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) will be responsible for daily consults (trauma, ED and floor consults), procedures consisting of fracture and joint reductions, joint aspirations, I&D's, casting and splinting. Other responsibilities consist of OR first assisting and daily rounds. No call. Monthly education consisting of fracture conference, PA lectures and hand conference. CME awarded for all lectures. Four-month training for all new hires.

Schedule to include, 40 hours per week with some nights. Varying 10 and 12 hour shifts with 1-2 days off per week. Occasional weekends and holiday coverage.

The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) will work under the general supervision of their Medical Director, all physician partners, and their APP Manager, in WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to patients at WakeMed. This position can consist of both inpatient and outpatient care depending on the needs of the service and is outlined in the clinical job expectations. This may include completion of referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, daily notes, discharge summaries, procedures, clinic notes, pre and post procedure care, prescribing and patient care follow-ups. Will work closely with other healthcare providers in a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to maximize the care we provide to our patients. As a healthcare professional, will function as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students from healthcare education programs. Within this position the PA or NP will maintain the scope of practice to be consistent with the policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board and any other federal or state regulatory agencies, as well as the policies and procedures of WakeMed. Additional certifications such as Advanced Life Support may be required based on clinical area of practice, this will be outlined in the clinical job expectations and reviewed annually during the annual review process. The PA or NP understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values and management of WakeMed.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE

Licensure

Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Required Basic Life Support Required - Within 6 Months of Hire

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physician Assistant or Master's Degree Physician Assistant Required or Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree Nursing Required

Experience

1 Year Clinical - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Preferred