Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic works in collaboration with physicians to manage care for patients in an orthopedic setting. Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Being a Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. Requires a master's degree. Additionally, Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic requires Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Facility: Douglas Hospital
Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 25,000 of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care. Our orthopedic specialists at Wellstar offer complete care for all types of bone, joint and soft tissue injuries and conditions. From diagnosis and treatment through rehabilitation and recovery, we've got your back.
Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our established, busy Orthopedic practice in Douglasville, GA, just 25 minutes west of Atlanta.
Physician Assistant will be responsible for working alongside our Orthopedic Sports Medicine physician in the clinic, inpatient rounding on patients and seeing consults as well as assisting in the OR as needed. PA will also see their own clinic patients eventually when ready. Current practice is primarily sports medicine, but will evolve over time to also have some total joints and other general orthopedic patients as the practice grows.
Ideal candidates must be certified physician assistants preferably with some experience in orthopedics, athletic training, sports medicine etc.
Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation package available.
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