Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant

Job Title: Orthopedic Trauma Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Location: Lubbock TX

Salary: $130k155k SignOn Bonus

Position Overview:

• Role: The candidate will provide orthopedic trauma care performing procedures like small sutures splinting fractures and joint reductions (hip shoulder knee ankle).
• Environment: The role involves both clinical and surgical settings collaborating closely with orthopedic surgeons and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive orthopedic trauma care.
• Perform specific procedures (small sutures splinting joint reductions).
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement patient care plans.
• Conduct patient assessments order diagnostic tests and interpret results.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and postoperative care.
• Participate in the oncall rotation for orthopedic trauma service.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Must have a current and valid NP or PA license in Texas.
• Certification: ONPC or PAC certification preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in orthopedic trauma care including specific procedures is highly desirable.
• Skills: Strong clinical skills effective communication ability to work in a fastpaced environment and a willingness to learn.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to $155000.
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance STD/LTD coverage.
• Generous PTO and CME allowance.
• Malpractice insurance.
• Relocation assistance up to $5000.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• $5000 signon bonus.
• Student loan repayment assistance.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in the position.

This role offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to work in a dynamic and supportive orthopedic team environment.