OrthoNebraska is looking for an energetic, detail-oriented and patient-focused Physician Assistant (PA) / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our team.

This PA/APRN will work closely with our Orthopedic Physicians to provide treatment of orthopedic injuries and ailments.

This position will support treatment within our Orthopedic Clinics. If you think this may be a fit for you, apply today!

Position	Full-Time
Shift	Days
FTE / Hours	1.0 / 40
Schedule	Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location	Floats between clinics as needed

Department/Position Details/Duties:

Provides medical services and clinical education to patients in a clinic setting. Provides medical care and treatment to existing patients
Promotes the professional practice of the clinic by maintaining and improving rapport with peers, patients, and the medical community.
Responsible for dictating medical finding on patients in a timely and concise manner.
Assists physicians in writing new prescriptions and prescription refills
Communicates test results to patients in a timely manner
Assists physicians in the completion of Worker's Compensation forms, dictation of attorney letters, and other responsibilities as requested.
Assists with on-call duties as needed.
Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
Participate in performance improvement activities.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Attend mandatory educational programs.
Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures

Position Requirements:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Master's degree in nursing from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
Licensed or licensure eligible as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Nebraska and Iowa

Experience:

Minimum two years of APP experience required
Experience within an Orthopedic environment (especially with knee and hip treatment)
Efficient use of information systems, data processing systems, telecommunication devices, office equipment, and etc.

Physical:

This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.