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

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo); Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Benefits package

Mentorship and training

Travel between locations

Job summary

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) with an interest in orthopedic spine surgery to join our growing team in Northeast Florida. This full-time role offers collaboration with spine surgeons in clinical and surgical settings to care for patients with spinal disorders and injuries.

Responsibilities include evaluating spine patients, ordering imaging, assisting in OR as First Assist, and educating patients on

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.
• Experience in orthopedics, neurosurgery, spine, surgical, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat spine-related conditions.
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop treatment plans.
• Order/review/interprete imaging (X-rays, CT, MRI).
• Assist in surgical and non-surgical spine patient management.
• Provide pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Communication

Education

Graduate of PA-C or ARNP program

Tools

EMR/documentation

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 preferred
• Strong 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