Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Trauma

PREMIER CARE ORTHOPEDICS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical group is hiring a Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to collaborate with an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in the St. Louis area. The role involves managing patient care in office and operating room settings, requiring strong clinical skills and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and pension

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

CME allowance

Qualifications

• Candidates should have trauma experience, orthopedic experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal are required.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical exams.
• Manage conservative treatments for degenerative spinal conditions.
• Handle ER admissions and orthopedic consults.

Skills

Trauma experience

Orthopedic experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong rapport-building skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with Signature Medical Group!

We are seeking talented individuals to join our team across various locations in the greater St. Louis and Kansas City regions.

All applicants MUST include a resume to be considered for a position with Signature Medical Group.

We are currently hiring for a Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to work with a trauma surgeon at a large, private orthopedic practice. Key locations include South County and West County in the suburbs of St. Louis. The successful candidate will collaborate with an experienced Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in both office and operating room settings, interpreting advanced imaging to diagnose and manage degenerative spinal conditions. Candidates should possess excellent clinical skills, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills. Compensation includes a base salary plus productivity-based bonuses.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical exams, including neurological assessments. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic procedures to formulate differential and working diagnoses, and develop treatment plans for spinal pathologies within scope of practice. Implement appropriate therapeutic interventions and exercise judgment on when to consult or refer to specialists.
2. Order, collect, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies such as X-rays, MRI, EMG/NCV, and CT scans.
3. Manage conservative treatments for degenerative spinal conditions, including physical therapy, medications, and referrals for interventional pain management procedures like injections. Develop surgical plans when necessary.
4. Handle ER admissions and orthopedic consults.
5. Perform hospital rounds, write orders, and manage consults, including documentation and discharge summaries.
6. Conduct post-operative rounds, hospital admissions and discharges, and write related documentation.
7. Prescribe and dispense medications, spinal orthoses, and orthopedic devices in accordance with state laws.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Trauma experience preferred; orthopedic experience a plus.
• Strong rapport-building skills with patients.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Salary commensurate with experience, with performance-based bonuses.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k), pension, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and CME allowance.

Legal Statement:

The information provided in this description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications.

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