Advanced Practice Provider-Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies PC•Fort Collins, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping patients restore function, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love? Join Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies (OCR), the premier provider of orthopedic and musculoskeletal care across Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska. For more than 50 years, OCR has built a reputation for exceptional patient care, innovation, and teamwork. We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) team. This position works collaboratively with our fellowship-trained PM&R physicians to provide comprehensive, non-operative musculoskeletal care for patients with spine, joint, nerve, and sports-related conditions. The ideal candidate enjoys building long-term relationships with patients, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. Under the supervision of the PM&R physician, the Advanced Practice Provider will participate in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions. The APP will play an important role in improving patient access, coordinating care, and ensuring an exceptional patient experience throughout the continuum of treatment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
Current NCCPA certification (PA) or national NP certification.
Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Colorado.
Current BLS certification.
Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to patient-centered care.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Spine, Neurology, Pain Management, or Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Experience performing musculoskeletal injections or other office-based procedures.
Familiarity with electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS) workflows.
Experience interpreting musculoskeletal imaging.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients in the outpatient clinic setting.
Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform focused physical examinations.
Develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies including imaging, laboratory tests, and electrodiagnostic testing as appropriate.
Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, rehabilitation, medications, and expectations for recovery.
Perform routine follow-up visits and monitor patient progress.
Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, pain management specialists, surgeons, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Assist with appropriate referrals for imaging, therapy, injections, surgical consultation, or additional specialty care.
Perform office-based musculoskeletal procedures within the scope of training and credentialing, including joint aspirations and injections.
Complete timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
Respond to patient questions, test results, medication requests, and other clinical communications.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development activities.
Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based PM&R practices through continuing education and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.