Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Spine 

Reports To: Dr. Basques

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

University Orthopedics is seeking a full-time dynamic, motivated NP/PA to join the group in our Spine Division. This group is a high-volume practice that handles spine, sports, and joint procedures. The NP/PA will be responsible for the evaluation and nonoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints and acute/chronic conditions.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain an independent schedule and evaluate patients independently as well as under the direction of the supervising physicians.
• Perform routine outpatient procedures.
• Access, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic care patients.
• Assist physician in examining and diagnosing skeletal and joint problems.
• Order and interpret test results and recommended treatment of patients.
• Administer injections as needed when indicated.
• Provide post-procedure patient care.
• Pre and post-procedure follow-up and patient evaluation. 
• Consult for pharmaceutical or interventional treatments.
• Write scripts and patient education.
• Evaluate X-ray, CT scan, and MRI.
• Other duties as assigned to meet practice needs. 

Requirements: 

• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Rhode Island.
•  2 years experience as an PA/NP or a new PA/NP graduate with orthopedic/neurosurgery experience
• Interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills to deal effectively with staff, patients, and physicians in a knowledgeable, professional, and courteous manner
• Professional, pleasant, and enthusiastic demeanor.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient records.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities to keep current with health care trends and practices.