Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedics

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Quality incentive program

CME: 5 days and $2,000/year

Retirement & benefits package

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (PA/CRNP) to join the Orthopedics & Orthopedic Trauma team. The APP will provide patient-centered care across clinic, surgical, and inpatient settings within a highly collaborative team.

The role involves evaluation, diagnosis, perioperative care, and inpatient rounding, with a strong surgical component and opportunities for growth in general orthopedics and trauma care.

Qualifications

• CRNP program completion and PA program completion.
• RN license in Pennsylvania with CRNP certification.
• NCCPA certification for PA role and PA licensure in PA.
• CPR certification required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care across clinic, OR, and inpatient settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

CRNP program completion

RN license (PA licensed in PA)

MSN preferred

ARC-PA PA program degree

NCCPA certification

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Orthopedics & Orthopedic Trauma

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Orthopedics and Orthopedic Trauma team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across clinic, surgical, and inpatient settings while working in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact supporting patients through the full continuum of orthopedic care—from evaluation and surgical intervention to recovery.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Four 10-hour days per week
• 3-4 days of call per month
• Balanced schedule across clinic, OR, and inpatient care
  • 1-2 days in outpatient clinic
  • 1-2 days in the operating room
  • Daily inpatient rounding on post-operative patients

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary
• Sign-on bonus available
• Annual quality incentive opportunity
• CME: 5 days and $2,000 annually
• Robust retirement & benefits package

Why Join Us?

• Practice across clinic, operating room, and inpatient settings
• Work within a large, highly supportive team of APPs and providers
• APPs practice at the top of their scope and are highly valued contributors
• Collaborative environment that promotes teamwork, growth, and shared success
• Gain experience in both general orthopedics and orthopedic trauma care
• This is an excellent opportunity for providers seeking a dynamic, hands-on role with a strong surgical component and a team-oriented culture.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage musculoskeletal conditions and injuries
• Assist in the operating room and support perioperative care
• Conduct inpatient rounding and manage post-operative patients
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and interdisciplinary teams
• Educate patients on treatment plans, recovery, and injury prevention
• Knowledge of growth and development principles
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
• Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
• Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
  • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
  • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
• Physician Assistant (PA)
  • Graduation from an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program
  • Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
  • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification
• Required for All APP Candidates
  • CPR certification required within 30 days of hire
  • Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
    • Act 33
    • Act 34
    • Act 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran