Specialty Physician Assistant​/Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedics - Atrius Health

Description

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We are an innovative health‑care leader and multi‑specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.

Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs, and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value‑based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision‑making with every patient.

As the Specialty Physician Assistant, under the general direction of the clinical supervisor, you will assume full responsibility in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients requiring sub‑specialty care such as orthopedics. You will work in a collaborative team practice that recognizes the patient as the central focus. You will support the physician in situations requiring physical assessment, complex communication, and serve as a patient educator in areas of specialization.

• No on‑call, no weekends
• Join a dynamic surgical team! Hand‑on experience in the Operating Room 1–2 days per week at New England Baptist Hospital or local surgery centers.
• 4‑day work week

• Perform physical assessments on patients with specialized conditions in orthopedics, determine urgent versus emergent problems, and triage patients to appropriate specialty physicians.
• Assess and treat patients with support from other physician colleagues; may develop and implement a plan of care, prescribe medications, exercises, or other treatments.
• Perform minor operative procedures including suturing and injections; orthopedic clinicians should be proficient in cast application.
• Collaborate with the physician in patient‑care management, including ordering and interpreting laboratory work, assisting in operative procedures, performing pre‑operative histories and physical exams, and maintaining continuity of care through exchange of information with outside health and social agencies.
• Serve as a liaison between primary care providers and specialists; consult with primary care providers on issues related to patient care.
• Teach and counsel individuals and groups regarding specific health‑care needs; serve as an educator in areas of specialization.
• Participate in the development of health‑education programs.
• Provide first assist in operating rooms for total joint cases.

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program.
• Currently or eligible for board certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Active and unrestricted APC license in the State of Massachusetts.
• Graduate of a State‑approved school of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current license to practice as a professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and authorization to practice in the expanded role.
• Nurse Practitioners must be 1st‑assist certificated (CSFA) Surgical First Assistant Certification.
• Current active Mass DPH Controlled Substances Registration or ability to obtain post‑hire, per state regulations.
• Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire, per state regulations.
• Maintains BLS certification and professional certification as appropriate.

• 2+ years of experience in orthopedics.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $113,000 - $173,500 annually. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Optum Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Optum Care is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.