Relief Orthopedic Surgery APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Stanford Health Care•Redwood City, CA

8d•$94 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Per Diem Orthopedic APP to join our team in the Redwood City area. This individual will primarily be based at our Redwood City location, but may be required to cover other locations as needed. The focus of this role will be on Total joints, sports, and acute injury cases, providing high quality care to our patients. As a Per Diem Orthopedic App, you will work 3-5 shifts per month, with each shift lasting 8 hours. This schedule allows for flexibility while maintaining a consistent workload. We value work-life balance and do not require weekend shifts, making this an ideal opportunity for those seeking a weekday schedule. There will be no nights or weekends required. Candidates with over 3 years of orthopedic experience are preferred for this role. The ideal candidate should be able to work effectively as part of a team and possess the ability to take initiative and be self-led. You will be responsible for conducting patient assessments, providing treatment, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. If you are a motivated and skilled Orthopedic APP professional looking for a flexible opportunity with a focus on providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients. This is a Stanford Health Care job. The Physician Assistant (PA) functions under this Physician Assistant Job Description approved by the Interdisciplinary Practice Committee (IDPC). Specific functions pertaining to the Service, Clinic or Department are established by the PA and his/her supervising physician(s), and approved by the appropriate medical and nursing administrators, the IDPC, the Credentials & Privileges Committee, the Stanford Hospital and Clinics (SHC) Medical Executive Committee and the SHC Board Credentials, Policies and Procedures Committee.

Requirements

BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING FROM AN ACCREDITED UNIVERSITY.
Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc.
PA - Physician Assistant State Licensure
BLS - Basic Life Support
DEA - Drug Enforcement Administration

Nice To Haves

Candidates with over 3 years of orthopedic experience are preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic complaints and health maintenance concerns related to specialty.
Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients.
Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient.
Orders or furnishes medications under physician supervision, in accordance with the practice agreement, consistent with the PA’s educational preparation and training, and upon completion of a California Physician Assistant Board approved controlled substance course.
Orders and collects specimens for routine laboratory tests, screening procedures and therapeutic procedures, including blood and blood products.
Orders physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations and nursing services.
Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency, according to written standardized procedures where applicable.
Obtains informed consent, as indicated.
Initiates arrangements for hospital admissions and discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
As directed by the supervising physician, enrolls patients in investigational studies approved by the Investigational Review Board (IRB), and orders the necessary tests and medications.
After appropriate training, assists the supervising physician in the operating room (OR).
Recognizes and considers age-specific needs of patients.
Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician, and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
Facilitates the coordination of inpatient and outpatient care and services as needed.
Facilitates collaboration between providers and coordination of community resources.
Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory and clinical policies and procedures.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Provides and coordinates patient teaching and counseling.