About this opportunity
Advocate Aurora Health lists this Orthopaedic Trauma Nocturnist - Full Time PA opportunity in macon, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department:
02408 AHNMG Orthopaedic Trauma: 840 Pine St - Surgery: Orthopedics
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hou rs Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Night Shift; 6pm-8am
Pay Range:
$59.00 - $88.50
This position offers a high level of autonomy, strong physician mentorship, and the opportunity to develop specialized orthopaedic trauma expertise within one of the region's leading trauma programs.
Position Highlights
Full-time, 1.0 FTE position
Dedicated night-shift schedule: 6:00 PM - 8:00 AM
Inpatient orthopaedic trauma practice
Level I Trauma Center environment
Work directly with four Orthopaedic Trauma fellowship-trained physicians
Collaborative team of experienced Advanced Practice Providers
High degree of clinical autonomy with structured support and education
Comprehensive procedural training provided
Hospital-based practice with no call requirements outside scheduled shifts
Essential Responsibilities Evaluate, assess, and manage orthopaedic trauma patients in the inpatient setting
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Respond to orthopaedic trauma consults and patient care needs during overnight hours
Assist in the management of fractures, musculoskeletal injuries, and post-operative patients
Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic studies
Perform procedures within scope of practice and according to departmental training and competency standards
Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members
Document patient encounters, treatment plans, and procedural notes in the electronic medical record
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental educational activities
Ensure compliance with organizational, state, and federal regulatory requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Certification & Licensure NCCPA certification required
Eligible for or currently holding a Georgia Physician Assistant license
DEA certification or eligibility, if applicable
BLS and ACLS certifications required or obtained within organizational guidelines
Experience
New graduates are encouraged to apply
Previous orthopaedic, surgical, emergency medicine, trauma, or inpatient experience preferred but not required
Preferred Attributes Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced trauma environment
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care
Interest in orthopaedics, trauma surgery, and procedural medicine
Eagerness to learn from a highly experienced trauma team
Why Join Atrium Health Navicent Orthopaedic Trauma?
This position offers the opportunity to practice at a busy Level I Trauma Center alongside a team of dedicated orthopaedic trauma specialists who are passionate about mentoring and developing Advanced Practice Providers. Providers benefit from direct access to physician educators, specialized trauma training, and the chance to build a rewarding career in orthopaedic trauma while serving a diverse patient population.
About Atrium Health Navicent
Atrium Health Navicent is committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing for patients and communities throughout Central Georgia. As part of Advocate Health, providers have access to extensive clinical resources, professional development opportunities, and a mission-driven culture focused on excellence in patient care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Atrium Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Worksite address
macon, GA, 31297, US
Who can apply
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