Orthopedic Trauma Advanced Practioner (PA/AGACNP)

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Burlington, VT

8d•$133,120 - $215,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is built for someone who enjoys variety and wants to do a little of everything in orthopedics. You will work across the ED, the OR and the inpatient floor and clinic as part of a nationally recognized 345-bed tertiary care hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center. The position is weekday anchored, consisting of 10-hour days, 4 days per week. The role offers a real orthopedic career growth pathway into ED consults and procedures (reductions, casting, laceration repair), OR first-assist, and clinic. It includes hands-on mentorship and teaching from Trauma surgeons, experienced APs, and residents. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program (AGACNP).
MA licensure or license-eligible.
Current BLS.
Willingness to learn.
Desire for a job that is different day to day.
Desire to be part of a team.
Must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic experience is a real plus.
New grads and career changers are welcome.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage trauma and orthopedic consults in the emergency department, inpatient units, and ICU settings.
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with the orthopedic attendings.
Perform closed reductions of fractures and dislocations, including application of splints, casts, and immobilization devices.
OR first assistant duties for orthopedic trauma and general orthopedic cases.
Evaluate and manage patients in the outpatient orthopedic clinic.
Perform bedside procedures including wound management, incision and drainage, joint aspirations, dressing changes, and removal of sutures and staples.
Provide patient and family education regarding injuries, treatment plans, rehabilitation, and recovery expectations.
Complete timely documentation, discharge planning, and coordination of multidisciplinary patient care.