Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PA-C)/Nurse Practitioner to join our orthopedic team with a focus on total joint replacement (hip and knee). The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons and clinical staff to deliver comprehensive care for patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct preoperative evaluations and medical optimization for total joint patients
- First assist in the operating room during total hip and knee replacement surgeries
- Perform inpatient hospital rounding, discharge planning, and postoperative follow-up
- Manage outpatient clinic including new patient evaluations, postoperative visits, and routine follow-up care
- Provide patient education regarding surgical procedures, recovery, rehabilitation, and medication
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests including X-rays, MRI’s, and lab work
- Prescribe medications and physical therapy as appropriate
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as applicable
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the EMR system
Qualifications:
- Current and unrestricted state licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
- NCCPA certification (for PAs) or board certification as an NP (FNP/AGACNP preferred)
- DEA registration and prescriptive authority
- Previous orthopedic or surgical experience preferred, especially in joint replacement
- BLS/ACLS certification
- Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and teamwork skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $105,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Bakersfield, CA 93309 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bakersfield, CA 93309: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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