Orthopedic Trauma PA/NP - PER DIEM

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As ourOrthopedic Trauma Advanced Practitioner, you will be a vital contributor to ourPhoenix, Arizona-basedhealthcare team, delivering specializedacute orthopedic carefor patients with diverse conditions. ThisPer Diem Orthopedic NP/PArole focuses on expertinpatient surgical management, encompassing comprehensivepreoperative, perioperative, and postoperative care. Your expertise will be crucial intrauma care coordinationand ensuring optimal patient outcomes within a fast-paced environment.

Every day you will actively participate in arotating 24-hour first call schedulefor the Orthopedic service, expertlyfirst-assisting in orthopedic surgeries, and conducting thoroughinpatient rounds. You will be instrumental ininterdisciplinary care coordinationwith our Medical and Trauma teams, providing criticalER consultations, accuratediagnoses, and developing appropriatetreatment plans. Your responsibilities will further includeordering and interpreting diagnostic testsand prescribing necessarymedications and physical therapy.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional clinical skills inorthopedic trauma, a strong commitment topatient-centered care, and the ability to thrive in amultidisciplinary team environment. Your proactive engagement inquality assurance and quality improvementinitiatives will be highly valued, ensuring the delivery of the highest standards of care. We are seeking aPhysician Assistant (PA)orNurse Practitioner (NP)with a passion foracute careand a proven track record insurgical supportwithin the orthopedic specialty.

We are offering full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Required

PA

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
• Valid DEA registration.
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff.
• 3+ years Trauma experience.

NP

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
• Compact state or Arizona RN license
• Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
• Valid DEA registration
• RNFA
• 3+ years Trauma experience.
• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

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