Trinity Health
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
(on-site)
Posted
12 hours ago
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Function
Nurse Practitioner
Description
Opportunity Details
- Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
- Schedule: TBD, anticipate clinic/OR and call hours requiring night and weekend availability
- Location: Grand Rapids and Byron Center Michigan
- Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
- Hospital Info: Trinity Health Grand Rapids, Level 2 trauma center. Southwest Surgical Center - Ambulatory surgical center.
- Team Size: 9 physicians and 7 APPs
- Teaching Opportunities: No direct teaching responsibilities but the practice does support resident education.
- Call Requirements: Office call and occasional primary hospital call
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program
- Active PA-C license in the State of Michigan
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- DEA license
- 1-2 years of post-graduate PA-C experience, preferably in an orthopedic or surgical specialty
- Demonstrated clinical judgment, procedural proficiency, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced orthopedic setting
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient education and engagement
Duties & Responsibilities:
A typical day may include:
- Conducting comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations for orthopedic patients
- Assist surgeons in the operating room and perform minor procedures as delegated
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, including imaging studies and labs
- Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care, including wound care and rehabilitation planning
- Provide patient education regarding procedures, treatment options, and recovery plans
- Collaborate with physical therapists, clinical staff, and other members of various interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Document all patient care accurately in the EMR (Epic)
- Participate in the office call pool for afterhours and weekend needs.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical protocols and guidelines
Why Work with Us?
- Comprehensive Care - Provide exceptional orthopedic care to all patients and work with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Work-Life Balance - Considerate scheduling of all staff members to balance work and personal time
- Advanced Digital Tools - Epic, MyChart, AI dictation aids, Doximity
- Supportive Team Environment - Collaborate with skilled physicians, APPs, and a dedicated support staff.
- Prioritizing Internal Growth and Advancement - We are committed to promoting from within, offering abundant opportunities for career advancement and fostering a culture that empowers employees to thrive
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package:
- Competitive salary + incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plans (403b & 457)
- Short- & long-term disability coverage
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Job ID: 85629609