Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant -Spine at University Orthopedics

East Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Evaluation, Nonoperative Management, Outpatient Procedures, Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation, Injection Administration, Post-procedure Care, Patient Education, Musculoskeletal Care, Clinical Communication, Medical Record Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician Assistant (PA) - Spine General Summary of Duties: University Orthopedics in East Greenwich, RI is seeking a full-time dynamic, motivated NP/PA to join the group. This group is a high-volume practice that handles spine, sports, and joint procedures. The NP/PA will be responsible for the evaluation and nonoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints and acute/chronic conditions. Essential Job Functions: * Maintain an independent schedule and evaluate patients independently as well as under the direction of the supervising physicians. * Perform routine outpatient procedures. * Access, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic care patients. * Assist physician in examining and diagnosing skeletal and joint problems. * Order and interpret test results and recommended treatment of patients. * Administer injections as needed when indicated. * Provide post-procedure patient care. * Pre and post-procedure follow-up and patient evaluation. * Consult for pharmaceutical or interventional treatments. * Write scripts and patient education. * Evaluate X-ray, CT scan, and MRI. * Other duties as assigned to meet practice needs. * May need to travel to other UOI sites when needed. Requirements: * Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Rhode Island. * Minimum 2 years experience as a NP/PA, orthopedic preferred. * Interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills to deal effectively with staff, patients, and physicians in a knowledgeable, professional, and courteous manner * Professional, pleasant, and enthusiastic demeanor. * Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient records. * Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. * Participates in professional development activities to keep current with health care trends and practices.

Responsibilities

The NP/PA is responsible for the evaluation and nonoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints and acute or chronic conditions. Key duties include performing outpatient procedures, interpreting test results, and providing pre- and post-procedure patient care.