Orthopedic Oncology Division - Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

University of Rochester•Town of Henrietta, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Rochester's Orthopedic Oncology Division is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) for a full-time position. This role is primarily focused on outpatient care for orthopedic oncology and trauma patients, with a significant emphasis on managing emergency department follow-ups, post-operative visits, and urgent orthopedic appointments. The position is based at the new Orthopedic Center at Marketplace Mall and requires close collaboration with a busy orthopedic oncology service and a multidisciplinary care team. The APP will work closely with orthopedic oncology and trauma surgeons to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care and optimal patient outcomes. While functioning with a high degree of autonomy, strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaborative care.

Requirements

Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner (for NP role).
Active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing (for NP role).
Active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing (for NP role).
Current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner (for NP role).
Completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program (for PA role).
Active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing (for PA role).
Current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA (for PA role).
Demonstrate clinical competence.
Superior verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills.
Computer competence.
Active desire to learn.
Eligible for billing.

Nice To Haves

Prior APP experience.
Prior orthopedic experience.
Prior surgery experience.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality outpatient care to orthopedic oncology and trauma patients.
Manage emergency department follow-ups.
Conduct post-operative visits.
Handle urgent orthopedic appointments.
Work closely with orthopedic oncology and trauma surgeons.
Ensure coordinated, comprehensive care and optimal patient outcomes.
Participate in the education of learners (students and new employees) through clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing, and skill training.