Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Orthopedic Trauma Advanced Practitioner, you will be a vital member of our acute care team in Phoenix, Arizona, providing unparalleled support to orthopedic trauma patients. This dynamic role on our Orthopedic Trauma Surgery service offers an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to make a significant impact on patient outcomes within a leading healthcare system. We are actively seeking a highly motivated and compassionate professional to contribute to our commitment to patient-centered care and orthopedic excellence.
Every day you will engage in comprehensive patient management, from preoperative assessments and perioperative support to meticulous postoperative care. You'll take an active role in our rotating 24-hour Orthopedic First Call, collaborating with a team of 10 PAs to ensure continuous coverage. Your expertise will be essential as you first assist in orthopedic surgeries, conduct thorough inpatient rounds, and expertly coordinate interdisciplinary care with our Medical and Trauma teams. Furthermore, you will manage ER patient consultations, providing accurate diagnoses, developing appropriate treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribing personalized medication regimens and physical therapy.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical acumen in orthopedic trauma, demonstrating proficiency in acute care management and surgical assistance. You will be a collaborative team player, adept at working within a multidisciplinary environment to optimize patient care pathways and actively contribute to our quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives. Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, coupled with exceptional communication and decision-making skills, will be critical in delivering the highest standard of care to our trauma patients in a hospital setting.
We are offering full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.
Job Requirements Required
PA
- Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant
- Valid DEA registration.
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
NP
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
- Active or eligible license in the state of California
- Compact state or Arizona RN license
- Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
- Valid DEA registration
- RNFA
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Pay Range$112,569 - $163,217 /year
