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Build a specialized spine practice where clinical autonomy, advanced diagnostic reasoning, and close surgical partnership come together to improve the lives of patients experiencing pain, mobility limitations, and complex spinal conditions.
nUVA Health's Orthopedic Spine Surgery team is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to manage an independent patient panel while partnering one-to-one with a dedicated spine surgeon. This opportunity offers broad exposure to routine and complex spine pathology, meaningful responsibility across the surgical continuum, and structured specialty development within a supportive academic healthcare environment .
nThe Role
nAs an Orthopedic Spine Surgery APP, you will evaluate patients presenting with neck and back pain, determine appropriate diagnostic and referral pathways, and recognize conditions requiring urgent intervention. You will practice with significant independence while remaining closely connected to an experienced multidisciplinary team of four attending spine surgeons, fellow APPs, and nurse coordinators.
nYour average day will combine autonomous clinical care, diagnostic decision-making, patient education, and coordination of an assigned surgeon's operative workflow. The expected clinical pace is approximately nine patients per session or 18 patients during a full clinic day.
nnnMaintain your own patient panel and clinic schedule , providing focused evaluations for a broad range of spinal conditions.
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nnConduct comprehensive assessments of neck and back pain, including presentations involving routine diagnoses, rare disorders, and spine trauma.
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nnOrder and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing based on each patient's symptoms and clinical presentation.
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nnApply sound clinical judgment to differentiate urgent spine conditions from routine or non-spine-related concerns.
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nnGuide patients toward the appropriate specialty, ancillary service, or treatment pathway when additional care is needed.
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nnManage and organize an assigned surgeon's operating room schedule , supporting continuity from evaluation through surgical care.
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nnCollaborate closely with spine surgeons, APP colleagues, nurse coordinators, and other members of the care team.
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nnProvide compassionate, clear guidance to patients navigating pain, functional limitations, and potentially complex treatment decisions.
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n nThis position is well suited for an organized, empathetic clinician who can balance multiple priorities and values both independence and teamwork. Orthopedic, spine, neurosurgical, musculoskeletal, or related surgical specialty experience is preferred. Motivated new graduate NPs and PAs will also be considered , with on-the-job specialty training available. A cover letter is required for consideration.
nAdvanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice:
nClinical
nnnProvides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice
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nnActs as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriate
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nnProvides health education to patients
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nnMaintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation
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nnEnsures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards
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n nLeadership
nnnSupports development of best practices and protocols in specialty
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nnServes on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care
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nnProvides education to learners in the clinical space
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nnMentors new team members
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n nAdministration
nnnContributes to clinical quality improvement work
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nnOption to participate in professional governance through the APP Council
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nnAttends team development meetings at local and departmental levels, Adheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactions
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nnMaintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty training competencies
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nnParticipates in local, state, and national professional organizations
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n n nBackground checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
nWhy UVA Health
nAt UVA Health, APPs are integral members of interdisciplinary teams and are empowered to contribute through patient care, consultation, education, and clinical innovation. In this position, you will join a collaborative spine practice built around a one-to-one physician and APP partnership model , giving you the continuity and clinical depth to become a highly effective partner in peri-operative orthopedic spine care.
nnnDevelop advanced spine expertise through exposure to a wide spectrum of pathology, from common neck and back conditions to highly complex disorders and trauma.
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nnStrengthen specialized physical examination, diagnostic reasoning, referral decision-making, and spine trauma management skills.
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nnGrow toward greater clinical independence while learning to distinguish spine-related conditions from presentations requiring other specialty services.
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nnPractice within UVA Health's nationally recognized academic health system, where patient care, research, education, and innovation are closely connected.
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nnWork alongside orthopedic specialists within a program recognized among the top 10% nationally for orthopedic expertise by U.S. News & World Report .
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nnBenefit from the comprehensive resources of the UVA Orthopedic Center Ivy Road, which brings orthopedic specialty care, imaging, procedures, and rehabilitation together in one coordinated setting.
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nnJoin a health system whose University Medical Center has earned Magnet recognition , the highest national honor for nursing excellence.
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nnMake a meaningful contribution to patient outcomes while building a long-term career in a highly specialized surgical field.
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n n nRelocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
nWhy People Love Living in Charlottesville
nCharlottesville offers a distinctive combination of natural beauty, cultural energy, and community connection. Located near the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, scenic drives, vineyards, and year-round outdoor recreation. The pedestrian-friendly Downtown Mall, independent restaurants, live music venues, theaters, galleries, and University events create the amenities of a larger cultural center while surrounding city and county neighborhoods offer varied housing and lifestyle choices. For healthcare professionals and their families, Charlottesville provides an inviting setting in which to build both a rewarding career and a full life beyond the clinic.
nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
nEducation: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
nExperience: Department and unit specific.
nLicensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
nPHYSICAL DEMANDS
nJob requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
nThe pay range for this role is $124,845.00 - $178,089.60 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
nBenefits
nnnComprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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nnPaid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
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nnHealth Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
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nnCertification and education support
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nnGenerous Paid Time Off
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n nUVA Health ( is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide ( rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's ( is named by U.S. News & World Report ( as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
nThe University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment ( .
Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
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