AdventHealth Castle Rock is seeking an APP to join our hospital-based orthopedic team. This individual will provide post-operative care and general medicine management as well as manage our adult orthopedic population. The position will be both clinical AND function as a surgical assist to the orthopedic surgeon.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Transmits/prescribes prescription orders pursuant to written protocols as authorized.
Performs initial and on-going assessments and discharge planning
Utilizes skills of observation, inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation using diagnostic instruments or laboratory procedures
Documents patient care findings within established standards utilizing CPOE
Coordinates care by collaborating with surgeons and others to obtain appropriate services
Provides an accurate, thorough and timely report of patient’s condition to surgeons and multidisciplinary team members.
Works collaboratively with Utilization Review and Care Management regarding patient’s LOS and discharge planning.
Recognizes life-threatening situations and intervenes correctly with minimal supervision. May be a member of the Rapid Response team.
Reassesses patients regularly and revises interventions/plan of care as needed
Counsels individuals, families and groups about health and illness and promote health maintenance.
Makes positive contributions to and supports the development and execution of policies/procedures/ standards/protocols.
Recognizes, develops and implements professional and community education programs related to health care as required.
May serve on various hospital committees and teams and serves as an internal resource for CMS, TJC and appropriate quality process improvement initiatives.
Ensures that patient’s medical record has appropriate documentation to meet all quality and patient experience indicators.
Works with interdisciplinary teams to reduce unnecessary readmissions to the hospital.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
2-3 years of general orthopedic experience REQUIRED. NO NEW GRADS.
Master's degree and certification from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Current Colorado Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license
Current Basic Life Support - CPR Cert
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations regarding the delivery and billing of healthcare services
Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BENEFITS:
Committed and collaborative leadership team
Competitive salary and generous benefits package including:
CME allowance
Full health & retirement benefits
$10k in relocation assistance
$141,528-$153,599 annual compensation
Work with an experienced OR team and assist in surgical cases
High market volume with potential outreach opportunities
About the Practice:Our expert orthopedic physicians are ready to serve the community with non-surgical and surgical care for osteoarthritis and any condition impacting our patients' hip, knee, spine, shoulder, elbow, hand or wrist.Our physicians have finished their fellowships in orthopedics, completing comprehensive training in their subspecialty areas beyond their residencies. In addition, our specialists are well-versed in the latest innovations in orthopedic care, such as biologic shoulder resurfacing, partial knee replacement and custom joint implants.We treat traumatic injuries and sports injuries and our spine physiatrist provides excellent evidence-based care for both neck and back pain, including non-opioid pain relief.Community Description:The Denver Metro area is one the healthiest and fastest growing area in the country. It enjoys breathtaking views of the Rockies to the west and residents are 90 minutes from some of the best skiing and hiking in the world. With 300 annual days of sunshine, residents can play, walk, and run outdoors all year. It is home to rising stars in culinary and arts patrons enjoy the largest collection of performing arts stages under one roof in the world.This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.Category: Physician ServicesOrganization: AdventHealth Rocky MountainSchedule: Full-timeShift: 1 - DayReq ID: 24029561We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.