Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Full-Time, Orthopedics – Joint Replacement

Frederick Health • Frederick, MD

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Frederick Health Medical Group (FHMG) is seeking a dedicated Advance Practice Provider (APP)—Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant—to join our Orthopedic practice supporting our Joint Replacement program. This position offers the opportunity to work in close partnership with an orthopedic joint replacement surgeon, providing comprehensive care to patients throughout their orthopedic journey—from initial evaluation and conservative management through surgical preparation, surgical intervention, postoperative care, and long-term follow-up. The Advanced Practice Provider serves as a trusted clinician and partner to the orthopedic joint replacement physician, helping manage patients with hip and knee conditions and supporting efficient access, continuity, and coordination of care. The APP will participate in the evaluation and management of new and established orthopedic patients, preoperative preparation, postoperative follow-up, and ongoing nonsurgical management. The role will include first-assist responsibilities in the operating room. This position combines clinical autonomy with close physician collaboration and provides an opportunity to develop specialized expertise in joint replacement and musculoskeletal care.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program
• Physician Assistant: Graduation from an accredited PA program
• Active Maryland license (or ability to obtain)
• Current DEA license and Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) license
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or approved provider)
• Unrestricted license with no history of suspension or revocation
• Eligible for participation with all payers
• Prior experience in orthopedics, joint replacement, musculoskeletal medicine, or a surgical specialty preferred
• Surgical first-assist experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based practice
• Ability to develop expertise in the evaluation and management of hip and knee disorders
• Proficiency with electronic medical records; prior EMR experience preferred
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient-education skills
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a physician-led, team-based environment
• Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience throughout the joint replacement continuum

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and established patients presenting with hip, knee, and other musculoskeletal conditions
• Obtain comprehensive histories, perform orthopedic-focused physical examinations, develop differential diagnoses, and establish treatment plans in collaboration with the orthopedic physician
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and other clinical studies
• Provide nonsurgical management of orthopedic conditions, including medication management, activity modification, therapy referrals, and other conservative treatment options
• Perform appropriate office-based orthopedic procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency, including joint injections and aspirations
• Conduct preoperative evaluations and provide patient education regarding joint replacement procedures, expectations, preparation, and recovery
• Provide postoperative care, including incision and wound evaluation, assessment of recovery and mobility, and identification of potential postoperative complications
• Coordinate rehabilitation, physical therapy, home health, and other services necessary to support successful patient outcomes
• Assist the orthopedic surgeon in the operating room as appropriate based on training, experience, credentialing, and practice needs
• Provide timely postoperative and longitudinal follow-up for joint replacement patients
• Counsel and educate patients and families using clear, compassionate, and culturally sensitive communication
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation services, care management, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team
• Help improve patient access by independently managing appropriate patient visits and supporting efficient physician clinic utilization
• Participate in quality improvement, patient experience, and clinical workflow initiatives within the orthopedic program
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week
• Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
• Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403B retirement plan with employer match to eligible employees.
• Free financial planning sessions.
• Educational assistance program
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level