Phys Asst Orthopedics

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME

Vacation

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Disability

Malpractice with tail coverage

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Nebraska is seeking an orthopaedic advanced practice provider (PA/NP) to join a busy orthopedic team. The role includes first assist in surgery, clinic duties, and patient care with teaching from an experienced physician.

New grads or experienced PAs/NPs are encouraged to apply; OR experience is not required as training is provided. Comprehensive benefits and professional support are included.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited advanced practice training program.
• Meet board eligibility or certification requirements.
• Active or eligible Nebraska license.

Responsibilities

• Provide first assist in orthopedic surgery and patient care.
• See patients in clinic and participate in care planning.
• Teaching and collaboration with physicians in a dual setting.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Child & family care

Education

Nurse Practitioner (APN)

Physician Assistant (PA)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our orthopaedic advanced practice provider, you will join a busy Orthopedic Physician providing comprehensive orthopedic care.

Every day you will provide first assist with a passion for orthopedic surgery and clinical excellence while seeing patients. The team additionally boasts support staff, offering high-quality care to our patients.

To be successful in this role, you will provide dedicated service to our patients. Operating room experience is not a requirement, as our physician is willing to spend time teaching the qualified candidate with surgical interests.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a new grad or experienced Physician Assistant to gain experience in a dual setting, seeing both patients in the clinic and gaining exposure to operating assistance with one of our high-producing orthopedic physicians. Our current team consists of a multitude of subspecialized orthopaedic physicians and Advanced Practice Providers.

We are offering a comprehensive compensation structure as well as benefits including: CME, vacation, health, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, and malpractice with tail coverage.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited advanced practice training program (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)
• Meet board eligibilty or certification requirments
• Active or eligible license in the state of Nebraska
• Strong clinical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and families

Where You’ll Work

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

Creighton University School of Medicine

CHI Health and Creighton University are partners in providing healthcare, education, and research in the Omaha area and beyond. This partnership focuses on improving patient care through collaboration and innovation. CHI Health serves as a primary teaching hospital and research partner for Creighton's health science schools, offering a wide range of opportunities for medical and allied health professionals. To learn more visit: CHI Health & Creighton University Partnership