Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

Buffalo, Minnesota

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JOB OVERVIEW

Job Id: Y-NP-
Profession: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Location: Buffalo, MN
Service Setting: Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery/Clinic Role with OR
Coverage Type: Clinical + On-call Optional
Coverage Period: Apr 01, 2027 - Ongoing (6-8 months)
Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7am-4:30pm (OR M/T/Th, clinic W, Admin F)

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
Patient Volume/Census: 20-25 patients per day (clinic)
Rounding: Mornings and occasional weekends
Case Mix: Orthopedic surgery including total joint replacements, fracture repairs, foot/ankle, shoulder, knee, hip, hand/wrist, general orthopedics

FACILITY INFORMATION

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Licenses: Active MN license (PA or NP)
Board: Board certification in specialty (MN Board of Medical Practice or equivalent)
DEA: Yes
Certifications: BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support required within 180 days; Certification as Physician Assistant (NCCPA) or Certified Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) required upon hire
Experience: Minimum 1+ year experience; 1+ year OR experience required; prior orthopedic/sports medicine experience preferred
Other Qualifications: CSR (Controlled Substance Registration) required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide orthopedic surgical assistance in the OR, including first assist for total joint replacements, fracture repairs, and various orthopedic surgeries.
Manage clinic patient visits, seeing 20-25 patients per day for orthopedic consultations and follow-ups.
Perform casting, splinting, DME application, and joint injections as needed.
Conduct rounding on patients in the mornings and occasional weekends.
Administer and coordinate care in collaboration with attending physicians and support staff.