' Seeking an experienced Orthopedic Trauma SurgeryPhysician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary surgicalteam in San Jose, California. This opportunity involves caring for orthopedictrauma patients in a Level II Trauma Center managing approximately 600orthopedic trauma cases annually. The provider will support inpatient surgicalcare and outpatient orthopedic trauma follow-up in a high-acuity clinicalenvironment.
Compensation: $ 140 ,000
PositionHighlights
- Located in San Jose, California
- Level II Trauma Center
- Approximately 600 orthopedic trauma cases annually
- Inpatient surgical care and outpatient orthopedic trauma follow-up
- High-acuity, multidisciplinary practice environment
- Collaboration with orthopedic trauma surgeons and clinical team members
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage patients with orthopedic trauma injuries.
- Provide inpatient care, including preoperative and postoperative management.
- Conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor recovery.
- Assist orthopedic surgeons with surgical procedures as needed and within scope of practice.
- Perform inpatient rounds and coordinate care with nursing staff and other specialists.
- Provide outpatient follow-up, assess healing, and support rehabilitation planning.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Communicate with patients and families regarding treatment, recovery, and follow-up care.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current national certification as a PA or NP.
- Active California license.
