***FULL-TIME PHYSICAN ASSISTANT OR NURSE PRACTITIONER - ORTHOPEDICS MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY***

We are seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team at FREDERICK HEALTH ORTHOPEDICS MEDICINE.

This position will work Monday - Friday, 8:00a - 4:30p.

We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health system medical benefits, life insurance, short and long-term disability,

403(b) Retirement Savings Program, and self-insured malpractice coverage.

Job Summary:

The Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider will provide support to our Total Joint Surgeon.

Will work in the office alongside the Total Joint Surgeon: 

• In office responsibilities will include scheduled patient appointments for postoperative patients, preoperative patients, but will additionally see patients with concerns and administer injections. 
• In the Operating Room, will provide First Assistant support, provide care according to orders as directed and in working with the Joint Works Nurse Practitioner. 
• Will participate in preoperative preparation, attending preoperative conference, initiate orders and prescriptions.
• Will provide team workload support.  Will assist with patient portal and telephone call responses, postoperative prescription refills as appropriate.

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior. Supports the elements of the Frederick Health Medical Group Physician Compact. Provides high quality care to the patients of the Medical Group.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of computer skills.  Experience with prior electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
• Maintains the necessary CME credits to maintain licensure.
• Must demonstrate ability to stay organized; is able to multi-task effectively.
• Must demonstrate time management, conflict resolution, and trouble shooting skills.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Physician Assistant: Certification of completion from an approved Physician Assistant program.
• Nurse Practitioner: Certification of completion from an approved Masters in Nursing program.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Maryland.
• Current DEA license.
• Current Maryland Controlled Substance license.
• Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association or an approved training center.
• License to practice in any state that has never been suspended or revoked.
• Previous experience in an orthopedics or sports medicine practice preferred.
• Has not been excluded from participation from any Payers.