Orthopedic APP (PA/NP) | Sports Medicine & Surgical First Assist | South Central Kansas

Are you a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care? We're seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (either Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our orthopedic team. In this role, you'll provide high-quality, patient-centered care across the lifespan, collaborating closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal health outcomes.

Benefits:

• Competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Sign On Bonus
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• Generous and Flexible Paid Time Off
• CEU allowance
• License Renewal allowance

Schedule:

• Schedule is varied based on the needs of the Department. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform orthopedic evaluations, including histories, exams, and musculoskeletal assessments.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging and laboratory results.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with supervising orthopedic surgeons.
• Perform in-office procedures within scope (e.g., injections, casting, splinting, wound care).
• Assist in surgery, including pre-op, first assist, and post-op care.
• Manage post-operative and follow-up care, adjusting plans as needed.
• Educate patients on conditions, treatments, recovery, and prevention.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain continuing education and current orthopedic knowledge.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in Kansas, or eligibility for licensure.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited program.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.
• Previous medical office and surgical first assist experience preferred