Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic jobs in Colorado

Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic works in collaboration with physicians to manage care for patients in an orthopedic setting. Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Being a Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. Requires a master's degree. Additionally, Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic requires Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Orthopedic Hand & Upper Extremity Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
  • Orthopedic Centers Of Colorado
  • Colorado, CO FULL_TIME
  • Description:

    PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT POSITION OVERVIEW:

    Responsible for assisting physicians with surgical procedures, patient care, post-surgical care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services. Conveys a positive image of clinic.

    PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    • Check daily schedule and assist in organizing patient flow.
    • Assist Physician with various surgical procedures.
    • Perform rounds on patients that are post-surgical or have been admitted to the hospital for consultation.
    • Cover weekend and evening calls as needed.
    • Interview patients to gather medical and surgical history to present to the Physician. Measure vital signs including blood pressure, pulse and temperature as needed. Document all information in the patient's chart.
    • Give instructions to patients as directed by the Physician.
    • Take phone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls.
    • Refill medication requests from patients and pharmacies.
    • Triage and process messages and emails from patients and front office staff to Physicians
    • Order and review incoming reports on any necessary tests including MRI’s, CT’s, EMG’s and Injections.
    • Ascertain that all consents forms are gone over with the patients at their pre-op appointment, questions are answered, and the forms are filled out and signed.
    • Ensure that all necessary documents and imaging studies are taken from the office to the OR for surgery.
    • Assist with completing/sending/receiving patient disability paperwork
    • Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with physician quickly.
    • All other duties as assigned by Physician, clinical coordinator or practice administrator.

    SALARY & BENEFITS:

    $100k-$130k

    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Generous PTO package and paid holidays
    • Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance
    • Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
    • Opportunities for internal training and development
    • Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
    • Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
    • Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules

    Requirements:

    PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

    • Must have 2 year or more experience in hand & upper extremity*
    • Knowledge of surgical and medical office procedures.
    • Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
    • Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to type patient information.
    • Skill in operating business office machines.
    • Skills in answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner.
    • Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.
    • Bachelor’s Degree, master's degree preferred
    • Experience working in a medical office and in surgery is mandatory.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    • Typical business office environment
    • Possibility of local travel
    • Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
    • Frequent standing, walking and sitting
    • Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
    • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
    • Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job
  • 7 Days Ago

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Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
  • San Luis Valley Health
  • Alamosa, CO FULL_TIME
  • The salary range displayed represents the typical salary of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience yo...
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Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery - St. Thomas More Hospital
  • CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region
  • Cañon City, CO FULL_TIME
  • Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region: CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery - St. Thomas More Hospital
  • CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region
  • Canon, CO FULL_TIME
  • Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Orthopedic Surgery RN Practitioner
  • CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region
  • Pueblo, CO FULL_TIME
  • Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how ...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Grand Junction, Colorado
  • LocumTenens
  • Hartsel, CO FULL_TIME
  • About the facility A level II trauma facility is seeking a Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner for locum tenens coverage. About the facility location Don't miss the opportunity to experience ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner -Orthopedics
  • Maine Health
  • North Conway, NH
  • Full Time 3073 White Mountain Hwy Advanced Professional Provider Day Shift Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practiti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery - $107 per hour
  • Ero Staff
  • Portland, OR
  • Job Description Ero Staff is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Orthopedic Surgery for a locum tenens job in Portland, Oregon....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Per Diem Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery Nights - LOH
  • NYU Langone Health
  • New York, NY
  • NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, speci...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Orthopedics
  • Frederick Memorial Healthcare System
  • Frederick, MD
  • * FULL-TIME PHYSICAN ASSISTANT OR NURSE PRACTITIONER - ORTHOPEDICS MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY* We are seeking a Physician Assi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioner
  • Huntington Cabell Hospital Inc
  • Huntington, WV
  • Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to work in our Inpatient Palliative Care Department...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NURSE PRACTITIONER - Orthopedics
  • Tenet Healthcare (TFPS)
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Come be part of an amazing organization! JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of a licensed p...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Orthopedics
  • Sanford Health
  • Bismarck, ND
  • Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Orthopedics (3802559064)
  • Provider Matching
  • Burleson, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Lone Star Orthopaedic & Spine Specialists in Burleson, TX is looking for a Physician Ass...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic jobs
$118,354 to $134,711

Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic in Norfolk, VA
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Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic in Colorado Springs, CO
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