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Advocate Health lists this Ortho Trauma - Full Time NP/PA opportunity in rome, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Atrium Health Floyd Orthopedic Trauma is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a growing orthopedic trauma practice within the Musculoskeletal Institute. This full-time position provides comprehensive care for orthopedic trauma patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, working alongside a dedicated orthopedic trauma surgeon in a collaborative, team-based environment. The APP will play a key role in patient evaluation, fracture management, hospital rounding, consults, and clinic-based care.
Position Highlights
Full-time, 1.0 FTE position.
Hybrid inpatient and outpatient practice setting.
7-on/7-off schedule offering excellent work-life balance.
Partner directly with one orthopedic trauma surgeon during each rotation.
Provide care in a Level II Trauma environment.
Sign-on bonus available.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including obtaining histories, performing physical examinations, and developing treatment plans for orthopedic trauma patients.
Evaluate and manage acute musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, dislocations, and post-operative orthopedic conditions.
Perform hospital rounds and manage inpatient orthopedic trauma patients.
Evaluate and manage new orthopedic trauma consults.
Provide outpatient clinic care for scheduled follow-up and new patient visits.
Interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory studies, and clinical findings to guide patient management.
Perform orthopedic procedures including:Fracture reductions
Joint dislocation reductions
Splint application and management
Casting and cast management
Joint injections
Collaborate with surgeons, nursing staff, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate high-quality patient care.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical recovery, and injury prevention.
Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record.
Participate in orthopedic call coverage as assigned.
Clinical Volumes
Outpatient clinic volume: approximately 20-30 patients per day.
Inpatient census: approximately 10 patients daily.
Qualifications
Required Education
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
Required Certifications & Licensure
Current or eligibility for Georgia licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
NCCPA certification for Physician Assistants or board certification for Nurse Practitioners.
BLS and ACLS certifications required or obtained within organizational guidelines.
Preferred but not Required Skills
Orthopedic experience.
Fracture management and reduction experience.
Casting and splinting proficiency.
Joint injection experience.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong procedural and clinical decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
Call Coverage
One to two primary orthopedic call shifts per week, shared among the provider team.
Why Join Atrium Health Floyd Orthopaedic Trauma?
Join a high-performing orthopedic trauma team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. This role offers a balanced schedule, significant autonomy, procedural opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact across both the hospital and clinic settings while working closely with experienced orthopedic trauma surgeons.
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Worksite address
rome, GA, 30162, US
Who can apply
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