Physician Assistant or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner – Orthopedics (Spine Surgery)

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive OR/First Assist exposure

Mentorship with spine surgeons

Team-focused environment

Career growth in spine surgery

Job summary

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) with a strong interest in orthopedic spine care. Join a collaborative team to manage patients in clinic and in the operating room, delivering comprehensive spine care from evaluation through recovery.

The role offers full-time hours, competitive compensation with bonuses, and a mentorship-driven environment with experienced spine surgeons across multiple

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA-C or ARNP program.
• Active Florida PA-C or ARNP license (or ability to obtain before start).
• Current CPR certification.
• Previous orthopedic, neurosurgery, spine, surgical, or related clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat spine-related conditions, including degenerative disorders, stenosis, herniations, deformities, and trauma.
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Order, review, and interpret imaging studies (X-rays, CTs, MRIs).
• Assist in management of surgical and non-surgical spine patients.
• Provide pre-operative evaluations, education, and post-operative follow-up.
• Participate in the OR as First Assist for spine procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Education

Graduate of PA-C or ARNP program

Active Florida PA-C or ARNP license

Current CPR certification

Job description

Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) – Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a trusted leader in musculoskeletal care, providing comprehensive orthopedic, spine, and pain management services throughout Northeast Florida. We are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care and expanding access to high-quality treatment that helps patients restore function, mobility, and quality of life.

We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) with an interest in orthopedic spine surgery to join our growing, collaborative team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced spine surgeons in both the clinical and surgical settings, providing comprehensive care for patients with spinal disorders and injuries.

Essential Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with spine-related conditions, including degenerative disorders, spinal stenosis, disc herniations, deformities, and traumatic injuries
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Order, review, and interpret imaging studies, including X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs
• Assist in the management of both surgical and non-surgical spine patients
• Provide pre-operative evaluations, surgical education, and post-operative follow-up care
• Participate in the Operating Room (OR) as First Assist for spine procedures
• Collaborate closely with spine surgeons, therapists, pain management providers, and other healthcare professionals
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize outcomes
• Respond to patient inquiries, triage clinical concerns, and provide urgent patient care as needed
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical recovery, and preventative spine health
• Prescribe medications and assist with procedural care within the scope of licensure
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely electronic medical documentation

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) program
• Active Florida PA-C or ARNP license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Current CPR certification
• Previous orthopedic, neurosurgery, spine, surgical, or related clinical experience preferredStrong interest in orthopedic spine care and surgery
• Excellent communication, clinical assessment, and patient education skills

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation with quarterly bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Extensive Operating Room and First Assist experience
• Hands-on mentorship and training with experienced spine surgeons
• Collaborative, team-focused work environment
• Opportunity to develop specialized expertise in orthopedic spine surgery
• Career growth within one of the region's leading orthopedic practices

Practice Setting

• Outpatient orthopedic spine clinic
• Dedicated Operating Room time supporting complex spine procedures
• Management of both surgical and conservative treatment patients
• Potential travel between nearby clinic locations as needed

Join a team dedicated to helping patients overcome pain, restore mobility, and return to the activities that matter most.