Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Trauma & Fracture Care

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

MaineHealth Orthopedics is seeking a PA or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner for a 24-hour/week position in Portland, Maine. The role involves providing medical care under supervision, including examinations and prescriptions, across various settings. The organization offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including relocation assistance and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Generous Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Retirement Plan

Employee Discount Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current or eligible Maine Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license.
• NCCPA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care under physician supervision.
• Conduct examinations and write prescriptions.
• Support orthopedic trauma service in various settings.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Skills

Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Schedule: 24 hour/week position, three 8-hour days

Position Overview

MaineHealth Orthopedics – Trauma & Fracture Care is seeking a PA or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join a dynamic and growing Orthopedic practice in Portland, Maine. The successful candidate will provide medical care under physician supervision, including conducting examinations and writing prescriptions through office-based evaluation and treatment of outpatients. This position supports the orthopedic trauma service in outpatient, inpatient, operating room, and trauma call settings, in accordance with standards set by Maine Medical Center, the State of Maine, and the NCCPA.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Generous Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Protection
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Growth Opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program. PA or FNP with Acute Care Certification needed for pediatric patients.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current or eligible Maine Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license; NCCPA certification.
• Current BLS required.
• Experience: Orthopedic experience preferred.
• Knowledge: Medical model, roles of physicians and PAs/NPs, anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, physical diagnosis.
• Procedures & Assessment: Knowledge of office procedures, patient assessment techniques, medical histories, physicals, health evaluation, and care compliance.
• Clinical Skills: Diagnosing and treating medical problems, developing care plans, evaluating patients, providing advice, intervention, or referrals.
• Decision-Making & Collaboration: Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of practice and collaborate effectively with physicians.
• Communication & Computer Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and strong computer literacy.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to Sophia Rideout, Provider Recruiter, at [e-mail].

About MaineHealth

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit health system dedicated to community health, including nine local health systems, behavioral health, diagnostic services, home health, and a medical group with 1,700 clinicians. Serving 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire, with approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth aims to make communities the healthiest in America. Learn more at mainehealth.org.