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UNC Health lists this Interventional Pain/Spine Advanced Practice Provider (PA) - UNC Health Cary Orthopaedics opportunity in cary, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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UNC Health Cary Orthopaedics - Interventional Pain/Spine Advanced Practice Provider
Position Summary
*Please note that this is a .6 FTE opportunity.
Cary Orthopaedics is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant) to join our growing Interventional Pain and Spine team. This role is ideal for a clinician with a strong interest in spine and pain management who enjoys working in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The APP will work closely with the physician in an outpatient setting, managing patients with acute and chronic pain conditions while receiving ongoing mentorship and procedural training. No call responsibilities are required, and flexible FTE options are available.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions, particularly spine-related disorders.
Review and interpret MRI and other diagnostic imaging studies to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
Conduct follow-up visits after interventional procedures, including spinal injections and other pain management treatments.
Collaborate closely with the physician to develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans.
Manage clinic patients independently while the physician is performing procedures and seeing patients in other care settings.
Perform select office-based procedures within scope of practice and training, which may include:
Trigger point injections
Greater trochanteric bursa injections
Removal of spinal cord stimulator leads
Participate in ongoing procedural training and professional development opportunities, including instruction in ultrasound-guided procedures and additional pain management techniques.
Provide patient education and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
Qualifications
Licensed Physician Assistant (PA); both are encouraged to apply.
Prior experience in pain management, spine care, orthopedics, neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or a related specialty preferred.
Experience with opioid management and urine drug screen interpretation and monitoring strongly preferred.
Competence in reviewing MRI imaging and correlating findings with clinical presentations.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
Interest in expanding procedural skills through physician mentorship and hands-on training.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
Schedule & Work Environment
0.6 FTE.
No call or after-hours responsibilities.
Outpatient clinic setting within a well-established orthopedic and spine practice.
Opportunity to build expertise in interventional pain management through direct physician mentorship and training.
For more information, please contact Laura Oakes at .
Other Information
Other information:
Education Requirements:
Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (PA) program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in the state of North Carolina.
Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
Professional Experience Requirements:
No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Demonstrated clinical competency.
Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Job Details
Legal Employer: GP2
Entity: UNC Health MG Group Practices
Organization Unit: CO Admin
Work Type: Part Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 24.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Cary
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This position is employed by UNC Physicians Network Group Practices, a private, for-profit subsidiary of UNC Health Care System.
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Worksite address
cary, NC, 27518, US
Who can apply
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