Trauma APP (PA/NP) – Inpatient & Ambulatory

National Governors Association; Georgia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hughston Clinic is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support the Trauma program in Augusta, GA, with emphasis on ambulatory/clinic duties and inpatient coverage. The role involves collaboration with surgeons, performing minor procedures, and managing patient care across settings.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in PA/NP, surgical First Assist training, and NCCPA or NP board certification, with a flexible schedule including weekends and on-call hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Surgical First Assist training or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• NCCPA or NP Board Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent Hughston Orthopaedic Trauma with professionalism in all interactions.
• Assist clinic staff in ambulatory setting, triage concerns, and patient paperwork.
• Perform minor procedures in ambulatory setting (suture/staple removal, joint aspirations).
• Maintain APP clinic weekly with others for established plans of care.
• Provide inpatient duties one weekend per month and night call (5pm–7am) up to five nights per month.
• Facilitate transition of care from inpatient to outpatient and coordinate post-acute referrals.
• Provide backup support to other Trauma PA/NPs as assigned.

Education

Master’s degree from regionally accredited PA/NP program

Surgical First Assist

NCCPA or NP Board Certification

Job description

The Hughston Clinic is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support the Trauma program in Augusta, GA, with emphasis on ambulatory/clinic duties and inpatient coverage. The role involves collaboration with surgeons, performing minor procedures, and managing patient care across settings.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in PA/NP, surgical First Assist training, and NCCPA or NP board certification, with a flexible schedule including weekends and on-call hours.