Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner

Step into a highly valued, well-supported leadership role that blends operational oversight with hands-on orthopaedic clinical care. The University of California San Diego seeks an Orthopaedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider Supervisor (Orthopaedic NP or PA) to lead daily operations for a 22-member APP team and help drive workflow and quality improvements across sites. Connect with us today to learn more.

Opportunity Highlights

• Step into a well-supported leadership role that's highly valued
• Lead a stable, growing APP team within a stable Orthopaedic Surgery department
• Drive operational and patient care improvements through close collaboration.
• Oversee daily operations for NPs and PAs in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Split role approximately 50% administrative and 50% clinical, flexing as needed
• Supervise a current team of 22 APPs across multiple deployment areas and sites
• Optimize clinic workflows, scheduling, templates, and staff coverage across multiple sites
• Lead onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and professional development
• Partner with senior management and physicians to build APP best-practice models
• Use HR and labor contract experience to manage change and complex priorities
• Follow an outpatient clinic structure: 4 half-day sessions with 20-minute appointments
• Practice with no OR responsibility
• UC San Diego Health is ranked the No. 1 hospital system in San Diego by US News, with national recognition in 9 medical and surgical specialties

Community Information

San Diego, ranked a Best Place to Live in California (US News), offers abundant opportunities to enjoy Southern California's stunning scenery. Discover diverse coastal, urban, and suburban neighborhoods with vibrant communities and relaxed lifestyles.

• San Diego is the No. 15 Best Big City to Live in the US
• Scored "Very High" on the 2026 Numbeo Quality of Life Index
• Ranked as having "the most ideal climate in the entire United States" by the Camelot Climate Index
• Excellent public and private schools and local universities
• Choose from a variety of housing options
• Ideal year-round weather and an abundance of outdoor recreation to enjoy
• Plenty of beautiful, world-class beaches and a short drive to snow-covered mountains
• Local international airport, arts, cultural attractions, collegiate and professional sports, and top-notch shops and restaurants
• Easy drive to Orange County, Los Angeles, and many world-class amenities

San Diego is a vibrant city filled with endless possibilities for adventure. From the beautiful beaches to the bustling downtown area, there is always something exciting to explore. As a traveling healthcare professional, you will have the opportunity to experience all that this city has to offer, from hiking in the nearby mountains to sampling delicious cuisine from around the world. With a diverse population and a rich cultural scene, San Diego is the perfect place to work and play.

• Visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo
• Explore Balboa Park and its many museums
• Relax on the sandy shores of Coronado Beach
• Hike Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
• Take a sunset cruise on San Diego Bay