APP Orthopedic Surgery Joint Recon/UKHC

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title APP Orthopedic Surgery Joint Recon/UKHC Requisition Number RE55308 Working Title Department Name MG380: Orthopaedic Surgery Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 15 Salary Range $118,322-185,848/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs

Shift

Monday - Friday, mostly days, other hours as assigned

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Orthopedic Surgery Joint Reconstruction works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary health care team as an integral member of the orthopedic joint reconstruction division.

The APP provides comprehensive patient management across the continuum of care, including preoperative evaluation, inpatient and outpatient care, operative assistance, postoperative management, discharge planning, and follow-up care. Based on the needs of the division, the APP will provide independent care and support in both the clinic and operating room to promote optimal coverage, efficient coordination of care, and the highest level of continuity for patients.

The APP works closely with the attending surgeons and other members of the care team and demonstrates a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, patient and staff education, and the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic Orthopedic Sports Medicine team. This is a unique opportunity to practice at the intersection of clinical care, surgery, and research-working directly with elite and professional athletes as well as active individuals of all ages.

Qualifications

Current NCCPA certification and state licensure (or eligibility) preferred

Prior orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred, but motivated new graduates will be considered

Strong interest in caring for athletes and contributing to clinical research

Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

Work with nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons and a team dedicated to sports medicine excellence. Direct involvement in the care of professional and collegiate athletes. Opportunities for academic growth and research publication. Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

N/A

Deadline to Apply 08/13/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)

• Yes

• No

• • For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you have either Acute Care certification or Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification, or are you eligible to obtain either certification by date of hire?

• Yes

• No

• I'm applying as a Physician Assistant

• • Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience with orthopedic patients.

• None

• More than 0, up through 1 year

• More than 1 year, up through 2 years

• More than 2 years, up through 3 years

• More than 3 years

• • How much paid work experience do you have working as a first assist in the operating room setting?

• None

• More than 0, up through 1 year

• More than 1 year, up through 2 years

• More than 2 years, up through 3 years

• More than 3 years

• • Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience in running an independent ambulatory clinic.

• None

• More than 0, up through 1 year

• More than 1 year, up through 2 years

• More than 2 years, up through 3 years

• More than 3 years

• • Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience in joint reconstruction.

• None

• More than 0, up through 1 year

• More than 1 year, up through 2 years

• More than 2 years, up through 3 years

• More than 3 years

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents