Orthopedics Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - UVMMC

University of Vermont Health Network

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) Department of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to serve as an integral member of the orthopedic surgery team, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an outpatient clinic setting. This role supports academic orthopedic surgeons and interdisciplinary team members in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of musculoskeletal conditions across a diverse patient population. In addition to core ambulatory responsibilities, the APP may be asked to assist in the operating room or to provide periodic coverage on the inpatient orthopedic unit. Primary Goals and Expectations include delivering high-quality, evidence-based orthopedic care with a strong emphasis on patient safety, clinical outcomes, and patient experience; promoting efficient clinic operations through effective patient flow management and coordination of care; contributing to an academic environment through collaboration with trainees, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and adherence to best practices; supporting continuity of care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings; and maintaining productivity and documentation standards consistent with departmental and institutional expectations.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program (Master’s or Doctoral degree) approved by the Vermont Board of Nursing or national accrediting agency (for NP)
• Maintains active licensure as a registered nurse (RN) and active, unrestricted licensure to practice as an Advanced Practice RN (APRN) by the Vermont Board of Nursing (for NP)
• DEA registration (or eligibility) (for NP)
• Successful completion of a Physician Assistant program at an institution accredited by ARC-PA (Accreditation and Review Commission on Education for the PA) (for PA)
• Bachelor’s degree required (for PA)
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (for PA)
• Active, unrestricted licensure to practice as a PA by the Vermont Board of Medical Practice (for PA)
• DEA registration (or eligibility) (for PA)

Nice To Haves

• RNFA certification strongly recommended (for NP)
• Master’s degree preferred (for PA)
• Prior experience in orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, or musculoskeletal care
• Procedural skills relevant to orthopedic practice

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including history-taking, physical examinations, and formulation of differential diagnoses
• Order, interpret, and integrate diagnostic studies (e.g., radiographs, MRI, CT, laboratory tests) into clinical decision-making
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic orthopedic conditions in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Perform in-office procedures as appropriate (e.g., joint injections, aspirations, splinting, casting, wound care)
• Provide preoperative education and postoperative follow-up care, including monitoring for complications and coordinating rehabilitation
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery expectations
• Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record
• Assist in the operating room as needed, including patient positioning, sterile field maintenance, first or second assist duties (consistent with training and credentialing), and postoperative care coordination
• Provide coverage on the inpatient orthopedic service, including rounding, order management, discharge planning, and communication with consulting services

What This Job Offers

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